Tender Cube Steaks
Transform weeknight dinners into a comforting classic with this Tender Cube Steaks recipe, where perfectly seasoned beef steaks meet a rich, onion-infused gravy. These golden-brown cube steaks are dredged in a flavorful mix of paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper, then pan-seared to perfection. Slowly simmered in a savory beef broth with a touch of Worcestershire sauce, the steaks become melt-in-your-mouth tender, all while soaking up the luscious gravy. With just 10 minutes of prep and a total cook time of 25 minutes, this dish is a quick yet satisfying meal that's perfect for serving over creamy mashed potatoes or fluffy rice. Garnished with fresh parsley, it's a hearty, home-cooked favorite that'll have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces cube steaks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Place the cube steaks on a clean surface and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a shallow dish, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Dredge each cube steak in the seasoned flour mixture, coating both sides evenly, and shake off any excess flour. Set the remaining seasoned flour aside for later use.
Heat the vegetable oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
Add the cube steaks to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Work in batches if necessary, and do not overcrowd the pan. Remove the steaks and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
Stir in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry, then gradually stir it into the skillet to thicken the gravy.
Return the seared cube steaks to the skillet, nestling them in the gravy. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the steaks are tender.
Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve the tender cube steaks hot with the gravy, alongside mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
480 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.1 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 85 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.8 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 510 mg | 11% | |
*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.
