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Smothered Cubed Steak

A comforting and hearty dish featuring tender cubed steak smothered in rich gravy, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 1.5 pounds cubed steak Tenderized beef cubes
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour For dredging the steak
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For frying
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Optional
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Optional, for thickening

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the cubed steak with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. In a shallow bowl, dredge each piece of cubed steak in the flour and shake off excess.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Brown the steak for 3-4 minutes on each side, in batches if necessary.
  3. Remove steak and add sliced onions to the skillet; cook until soft.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping the skillet to deglaze.
  5. Add the browned cubed steak back into the skillet, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  6. If a thicker gravy is desired, mix cornstarch with water and stir in during the last 5 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve warm over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop, adding a splash of beef broth as needed.