Round Steak Barbecue
Juicy, tender, and bursting with rich barbecue flavor, this Round Steak Barbecue recipe is the perfect comfort food dish to feed your family or impress dinner guests! Featuring hearty cuts of round steak seared to perfection and slow-simmered in a sweet-and-tangy homemade barbecue sauce made with ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a smoky blend of spices, this dish delivers bold, satisfying flavors in every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep and a long, slow cook to achieve melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, it's an effortless yet impressive meal. Pair this saucy barbecue steak with creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or buttery rolls for a complete, crave-worthy dinner. Ideal for weeknights or weekend gatherings, this recipe is a must-try for any barbecue lover!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds round steak
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 cup water or beef broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by trimming any excess fat from the round steak. Slice it into 1-inch wide strips or cubes.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Add the sliced round steak to the skillet and sear each piece for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan. Remove the steak and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and sauté the diced onion for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, chili powder, and water or beef broth. Mix well until the sauce ingredients are combined.
Season the sauce with the salt and black pepper. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Return the seared round steak to the skillet, nestling the pieces into the sauce. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer gently for 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
Check the steak for tenderness after about an hour. The meat should be tender and the sauce thickened. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of water or beef broth to reach your desired consistency.
Once cooked, remove from heat and allow the steak to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the Round Steak Barbecue with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite sides. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2132 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.2 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.9 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 771 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 7198 mg | 313% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.4 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.0 g | ||
| Protein | 272.1 g | 544% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 257 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 31.8 mg | 177% | |
| Potassium | 4396 mg | 94% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
