**My Mother's Swiss Steak: A Classic Comfort Food Dish with Variations**
Swiss steak is a classic comfort food dish that has been enjoyed for generations. It is typically made with beef, which is pounded thin and then braised in a flavorful sauce. The result is a tender, juicy steak that is packed with flavor. This article presents my mother's traditional Swiss steak recipe, along with three variations that add a unique twist to this classic dish.
The traditional Swiss steak recipe starts with high-quality beef. The beef is pounded thin, dredged in flour, and then browned in a skillet. Once browned, the steak is transferred to a Dutch oven or slow cooker, where it is braised in a flavorful sauce made with onions, garlic, tomatoes, and spices. The steak is cooked until it is fall-apart tender, and it is then served with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.
The variations on my mother's Swiss steak recipe include a tangy variation, a cheesy variation, and a spicy variation. The tangy variation adds a splash of white wine and mustard to the sauce, resulting in a bright and flavorful dish. The cheesy variation adds a layer of melted cheese to the top of the steak, creating a rich and indulgent meal. Finally, the spicy variation incorporates chili peppers and cumin into the sauce, resulting in a dish with a kick of heat.
Whether you prefer the traditional Swiss steak recipe or one of the variations, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. It is a hearty and flavorful meal that is perfect for a cold winter night.
MOM'S SWISS STEAK
Mom's Swiss Steak is the perfect family dinner! With tender braised beef in a hearty pepper, onion, mushroom and tomato sauce.
Provided by Holly Sander
Categories Dinner
Time 2h10m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and place the rack in the middle position of the oven.
- Cut the beef into serving-sized pieces. If some pieces are thicker than others, pound them with a meat tenderizer so they all are 1 inch thick.
- Season both sides of the meat with garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper, and place in a 9x13 baking dish.
- Add the tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper, 2 teaspoons onion powder and garlic powder, and three tablespoons Worcestershire sauce to a large mixing bowl. Fold it all together and pour over the steak in the 9x13 baking dish.
- Cover the dish and cook on 350 degrees for 1½ - 2½ hours covered. (The total cook time depends on the thickness of your meat and the cut of meat you use. It could require more time in the oven if it's not as tender as desired.)
- When the meat is tender, remove from the oven and allow to sit for 5 -10 minutes uncovered.
- If you'd prefer a thicker sauce, pour the liquid from the pan into a sauce pan over medium high heat. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoon water. Bring the sauce to a boil and stir in the cornstarch slurry for 1-3 minutes until it's thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480 calories, Carbohydrate 14 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 145 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 28 grams fat, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 46 grams protein, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 5 ounces of steak plus veggies & sauce, Sodium 484 milligrams sodium, Sugar 6 grams sugar, TransFat 2 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams unsaturated fat
MY MOM'S WONDERFUL SWISS STEAK RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by bamagirl817
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Chop onion and green pepper and saute in greased pan. Then spoon out in a bowl and set aside. Cut round steak into 4 pieces. Pound flour into both sides and pound really well, it makes it tender too, you'll be able to cut it with a fork! Brown meat on both sides. Put chopped onion and green pepper mixture on top on each piece of meat and cover well, if you have to chop a little more do it, it will add to flavor. Then take tomato sauce and add the water, stir and pour over meat. Simmer on low heat for a couple hours or until meat is tender enough to cut with fork. If done in an electric frying pan, cook on about 250-300 degrees. Check frequently, mixture will start to thicken, try to keep it from sticking too much; add more water when necessary. Make this a gravy consistency, not too watery. Make mashed potatoes, add a vegetable and there's your dinner!
MOM'S SWISS STEAK
This is an old recipe from my mom. She called it stroganoff. It's a pretty healthy recipe considering it uses tomato juice and doesn't use sour cream (instead, it uses evaporated milk and lemon juice). Round steak is relatively low in fat also (compared to some cuts).
Provided by Debbie R.
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut round steak into 3 x 1 inch strips.
- Heat oil. Brown strips in it. Add onion, salt and pepper. (Note you can probably omit the salt if your tomato juice has salt in it.) Cook long enough to soften onion.
- Blend in flour, then tomato juice and mushrooms.
- Cover and cook over low heat one hour or until meat is tender.
- Mix together evaporated milk and lemon juice and then stir it into the meat. Warm, but do not boil.
- Serve over cooked noodles.
- Do not freeze leftovers.
MY MOTHER'S SWISS STEAK
My mother's recipe. Serve with potatoes, rice, or noodles.
Provided by nixxie
Categories Main Dish Recipes Beef Swiss Steak Recipes
Time 1h45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Stir flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper together in a bowl. Sprinkle pieces of steak with flour mixture and pound the flour mixture into the meat with a meat mallet or the edge of a sturdy plate.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook the floured beef in the hot oil until browned on both sides, about 15 minutes. Reduce heat to low, pour in water, cover skillet, and simmer beef until tender, about 1 hour. Add more water to the skillet if needed to prevent burning.
- Mix diced tomatoes, green bell pepper, onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper in a bowl. Pour tomato mixture over beef, bring to a simmer, and cook until sauce has thickened, about 30 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.2 g, Cholesterol 76.1 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 28.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 548.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
MY MOM'S SWISS STEAK
This is so easy and all done in one pot! It is delicious and everyone including kids will love it! This recipe is tried and true, impossible to fail! It can also be doubled or tripled without problems, but lower the heat on the second and third batch when browning, as not to burn.
Provided by JANNE2
Categories Main Dish Recipes Beef Swiss Steak Recipes
Time 2h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Place steaks into the pot one at a time, quickly browning on each side. Remove steaks, and set aside. Add the onion to the pot, and cook over medium-low heat until wilted, about 3 minutes. Return the steaks to the pot, and add the tomatoes, mushrooms, celery and green pepper. Season with oregano and add the bay leaf.
- Cover the pot, and cook over medium-low heat for about 1 1/2 hours, or until meat is fork tender. If you wish to thicken the gravy, remove the meat to a plate. Stir together the cornstarch and water; stir into the pan juices. Let simmer for about 2 minutes to thicken. Return the beef to the pot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 60.6 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 233.9 mg, Sugar 6 g
Tips:
- Use a good quality cut of beef. Swiss steak is typically made with round steak, but you can also use chuck steak or top sirloin. Look for a cut that is well-marbled, as this will help to make the steak tender and flavorful.
- Tenderize the beef. Pounding the steak with a meat mallet will help to break down the tough fibers and make it more tender. You can also marinate the steak in a mixture of vinegar, oil, and herbs for several hours or overnight.
- Brown the steak in a hot skillet. This will help to seal in the juices and give the steak a nice brown crust. Be sure to cook the steak over medium-high heat so that it doesn't overcook.
- Simmer the steak in a flavorful sauce. The sauce is what really makes Swiss steak special. There are many different recipes for Swiss steak sauce, but most of them include ingredients like onions, garlic, tomatoes, and paprika. Simmer the steak in the sauce for at least 1 hour, or until it is tender and fall-apart.
- Serve Swiss steak with your favorite sides. Mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice are all classic side dishes for Swiss steak. You can also serve it with a side of vegetables, such as green beans, carrots, or corn.
Conclusion:
Swiss steak is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a winter meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your Swiss steak with a thick or thin gravy, or with a lot of vegetables, there is a recipe out there that is sure to please you. So next time you are looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give Swiss steak a try. You won't be disappointed!
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