Best 3 Garlic Cube Steaks Recipes

**Garlic Cube Steaks: A Flavorful and Tender Steak Dish With 3 Easy Recipes**

Garlic cube steaks are a delectable and budget-friendly meal that can be prepared in a snap. Made from thinly sliced beef steaks that are tenderized and coated in a flavorful garlic-herb marinade, these cube steaks are a hit among steak lovers and home cooks alike. This article presents three mouthwatering recipes for garlic cube steaks, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. Whether you prefer a simple yet satisfying pan-fried version, a hearty and comforting slow-cooker meal, or a zesty and flavorful air fryer option, we've got you covered. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these incredible garlic cube steak recipes that are sure to become a staple in your weekly dinner rotation.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC CUBE STEAKS

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Everyday cube steaks become something extraordinary when seasoned with garlic and cracker crumbs, then served with a beefy sauce.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/3 cup fat-free egg product
2 large cloves garlic, crushed
15 fat-free saltine crackers, crushed (1/2 cup)
4 beef boneless cube steaks (about 1 lb)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, sliced
3/4 cup 50%-less-sodium beef broth
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, if desired

Steps:

In shallow dish, mix egg product and garlic. In another shallow dish, place cracker crumbs. Sprinkle both sides of beef steaks with salt and garlic pepper. Dip both sides of each steak into egg product mixture, then coat with cracker crumbs.
In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add beef; cook about 2 minutes or until brown. Turn beef, adding some of the remaining 1 tablespoon oil under each steak. Cook about 2 minutes longer or until brown. Add onion. Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook about 30 minutes or until beef is tender. Remove beef from skillet; cover to keep warm.
Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix broth and cornstarch. Add to skillet; heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Serve sauce over beef; sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 430 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

SARASOTA'S TENDER GARLIC CUBE STEAKS

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Classic remake. These are tender, savory and very easy to make. Serve the classics with this, mashed or baked spuds, carrots or baby peas, but I love to serve grilled portabello mushrooms as well. Cube steaks at times get a "bad rap," because they are cooked quick and then they are tough. Well they are not meant to be cooked quick, they need a little simmer time to get that fork tender savory flavor. Also, I can't say that these are low fat, but they are definitely a lighter version. There is NO soup or no packaged sauces in this recipe.

Provided by SarasotaCook

Categories Meat

Time 50m

Yield 4 1/4 lb steaks, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

4 cube steaks, approximately 1 lb
2 large onions, cut in half and thin sliced
1 cup saltine crackers, crushed fine (1 cup after being crushed)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 1/4 cups beef broth (I like low salt)
2 extra large eggs, you will need about 1/2 cup (2-3 eggs, beaten well)
2 1/4 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 pinch red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil, you may need a bit more (to saute the beef)
salt
pepper

Steps:

Crackers -- The first step is to crush the saltines. About 20-25 crackers will give you about 1 cup, but crush them fine. A fine crushed cracker will stay on the beef better than those not crushed well. I just use a baggie (ziploc) and my meat mallet or rolling pin. Use anything you have.
Steak -- Bring the steak to room temp and season well with salt and pepper and make sure to rub in the seasoning.
Breading Station -- Dip #1 - Wet -- In a small bowl or pie plate, beat the eggs well. Dip #2 - Dry -- In a small bowl or pie plate again, add the cracker crumbs, thyme, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
Dip each cube steak into the egg mixture, then into the cracker crumbs coating well. Make sure to press the crackers crumbs into the steaks.
Pan Fry -- In a large saute pan, heat up the olive oil to medium high heat and add the steaks. Make sure you use a large enough pan so they are not crowded. Brown well on the first side until golden brown. Then flip, you may need to add a bit more oil if the pan is too dry - not much, just a touch. Add in the sliced onion and garlic and brown the second side until golden brown as well. Then reduce the heat to low. Add 1/4 cup of the beef broth and cover. Cook 30-40 minutes until tender. Stir once or twice during cooking.
Sauce -- Once the steaks are done, remove and cover with foil. Make sure to leave the onions in the pan. Mix the cornstarch with the remaining beef broth and pour into the pan along with the garlic and onions. Bring to a boil until thickened and then reduce the heat and just simmer 2-3 minutes. Add in the parsley and taste for any additional seasoning, salt and pepper.
Serve -- Pour the onion gravy over the individual steaks. ENJOY! Serve this with some mashed potatoes or parsnips, peas, carrots and I love a couple of grilled portabellos. Just a great classic dish.

ROSEMARY & GARLIC COATED PORK CUBE STEAKS

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Rosemary and garlic just seem to go with pork, just as coating and pan frying seem to go with cube steaks. So it only seemed natural they should all come together in one dish.

Provided by Debbwl

Categories Pork

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup walnuts
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons rosemary
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper
4 cube steaks

Steps:

Place flour, walnuts, parmesan, rosemary and garlic powder in food processer and process for 1 - 2 minutes till coating consistence; place mixture in a pie plate and set aside.
Heat the oil in skillet.
Season cube steaks with salt and pepper; then dredge in the flour mixture.
Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side depending on size of meat.
Serve immediately.

Tips

Use a meat mallet to tenderize the cube steaks before cooking. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming tough.
Season the cube steaks with salt, pepper, and garlic powder before cooking. This will help them develop flavor.
Cook the cube steaks in a hot skillet with a little bit of oil. This will help them get a nice sear on the outside and cook evenly on the inside.
Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking the cube steaks. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
Cook the cube steaks for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through. You can check for doneness by cutting into one of the steaks and making sure that the juices run clear.
Serve the cube steaks hot with your favorite sides.

Conclusion

Garlic cube steaks are a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. They are perfect for serving with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious and satisfying meal that your whole family will enjoy.