Best 2 Smothered Cube Steak Recipes

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SMOTHERED CUBE STEAK

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I saw this recipe on Facebook a few times, and each time it was from a different food blog. It had nearly all positive comments from those who had tried it. It looked good, so I decided to give the recipe a try. It really is quite good, and it goes together rather quickly, so it's a good option for those busy nights when you...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories Steaks and Chops

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 cube steaks
salt
black pepper
cajun seasoning, to taste (i used almost 1 tablespoon total)
1/4 c flour (approximate)
vegetable oil, for frying
4 c sliced mushrooms (i used button mushromoms, but i think cremini would also be good)
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
3 c low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 tsp dried thyme leaves

Steps:

1. Season both sides of cube steaks with salt, pepper and Cajun seasoning. Rub a little flour into both sides of each cube steak.
2. Heat vegetable oil in skillet over over medium heat. Add cube steaks and cook 5 minutes each side. Remove cooked steaks to a platter, and cover with foil to keep warm.
3. Add mushrooms, onion and garlic to skillet with pan drippings, and cook about 5 minutes or until mushrooms and onions are tender, stirring frequently to scrape up browned bits from the skillet. (I added a little Cajun seasoning too, but that wasn't in the original recipe.)
4. Stir 2 tablespoons of flour into the gravy. Add the broth and thyme, and stir well. Cook over medium heat until gravy is thickened. Return cube steaks to skillet and heat several minutes in the gravy, turn and cook other side for several minutes or until heated through and cooked thoroughly. Add a little more broth if the gravy thickens too quickly.

SLOW COOKER SMOTHERED CUBE STEAK AND POTATOES RECIPE - (4.4/5)

Slow Cooker Smothered Cube Steak and Potatoes Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by mikeimmell

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

You will need a 5 quart slow cooker crock pot
4 - 8 oz cube steaks ( approximately 2 lbs)
garlic salt
fresh ground black pepper to taste
1 cup of all purpose flour seasoned with 1 tbsp of montreal steak seasoning or you can simply season the flour with 1 tbsp garlic salt and 2 tsp black pepper
olive oil and 2 pats butter
Cooking oil Spray
2 packages of brown gravy mix
2 cups of water
3 or 4 fresh garlic cloves
1/2 of a small onion sliced into thin slices and separated into rings
4 to 6 medium size white russet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 3/4 inch slices
2 dried bay leaves
2 tbsp worcestershire sauce

Steps:

Season both sides of the cube steaks with garlic salt and black pepper OR you can season them with the montreal steak seasoning instead. Dredge the steaks in the seasoned all purpose flour. Pour olive oil into your skillet, just enough to coat the bottom of the skillet, and add 2 pats of butter to the skillet. Heat the oil and butter in the skillet being careful not to burn the butter as its heating and then brown the steaks in the skillet on both sides until they are golden brown and crisp, approximately 2 - 3 minutes on each side. Spray the inside liner of your crock pot with the cooking oil spray. Place the 4 browned cube steaks on the bottom of your crock pot. Pour 2 cups of water in a large glass and add the brown gravy mix. Stir with a fork until well blended and there are no lumps showing in the glass and then pour gravy mixture over the steaks. Crush 3 or 4 garlic cloves and then place the whole garlic cloves inside the crockpot. You can peel the garlic if you want or just throw them in as they will be removed and discarded after cooking. Spread the onions on top of the steaks in an even layer and then add the sliced potatoes on top of that. Put the 2 bay leaves in the slow cooker, cover with your lid and then cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6 - 8 hours. After the steaks have cooked for the required amount of time, taste and re-season if needed and then add the 2 tbsp of worcestershire sauce to the crock pot about 15 minutes before serving.

Tips:

Choose the right cut of meat. Cube steak is typically made from round steak, but you can also use flank steak or skirt steak. Choose a cut that is at least 1 inch thick so that it can withstand the pounding and braising process.
Pound the meat to tenderize it. This will help to break down the connective tissue and make the meat more tender. You can use a meat mallet or a rolling pin to pound the meat.
Season the meat well. Use a variety of seasonings, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. You can also add a bit of paprika or chili powder for a little heat.
Brown the meat in a hot skillet. This will help to seal in the flavor and give the meat a nice crust.
Braise the meat in a flavorful liquid. You can use beef broth, water, or even tomato sauce. Add some vegetables, such as onions, carrots, and celery, to the liquid for extra flavor.
Simmer the meat until it is tender. This will take about 1-2 hours, depending on the thickness of the meat.
Serve the smothered cube steak with your favorite sides. Mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles are all great options.

Conclusion:

Smothered cube steak is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and hearty meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give smothered cube steak a try.