Round Steak Cubes with Sauce
Tender and flavorful, these Round Steak Cubes with Sauce are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for a hearty dinner the whole family will love. This budget-friendly recipe takes humble round steak, cuts it into bite-sized cubes, and enhances it with a rich, savory sauce made from beef broth, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce, all infused with aromatic onions and a hint of thyme. A quick sear locks in the steak's juices before it simmers gently to melt-in-your-mouth perfection. Thickened with a cornstarch slurry for a silky texture, the sauce clings perfectly to every bite. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is just as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or buttered noodles for a complete, soul-warming meal ideal for weeknights or special occasions. Keywords: round steak cubes, savory beef recipes, homemade sauce, hearty comfort food, budget-friendly dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds round steak
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Trim any excess fat from the round steak and cut it into 1-inch cubes.
Season the steak cubes with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Sprinkle the flour evenly over the steak cubes and toss to coat.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the steak cubes in a single layer (work in batches if necessary) and sear on all sides until browned. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
Finely dice the yellow onion. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme. Scrape the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the steak cubes to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce. Reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and let simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Gradually stir the slurry into the sauce to thicken. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Finely chop the parsley and sprinkle it over the dish before serving.
Serve hot over your choice of rice, mashed potatoes, or buttered noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1602 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.9 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 578 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 6986 mg | 304% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.6 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 212.7 g | 425% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 234 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 27.0 mg | 150% | |
| Potassium | 3972 mg | 85% | |
*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.
