Smothered Cube Steak
Tender cube steak smothered in savory onion gravy, perfect for a hearty meal.
Equipment
- Skillet For cooking the steak and gravy.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds cube steaks
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for gravy)
- 3 cups beef stock
- 1 cube beef bouillon
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 pinch Kitchen Bouquet (optional)
Instructions
- Let the cube steaks sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
- Mix together the paprika, onion powder, granulated garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Pound the steaks to about ΒΌ inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
- Sprinkle the spice mixture and flour over both sides of the steaks.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and cook the steaks for 3 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add butter and onions, and cook for 15-20 minutes until caramelized.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Sprinkle in flour and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
- Gradually pour in beef stock, add bouillon cube, Worcestershire sauce, and Kitchen Bouquet if using. Simmer until thickened.
- Return the steaks to the skillet and let simmer in gravy for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider adding mushrooms to the onion mixture. If you prefer a thicker gravy, you can add a bit more flour or let it simmer longer.