Description
Cube Steak is a budget-friendly, tender cut of beef that’s dredged in seasoned flour, pan-fried, and simmered in a savory gravy. Perfect for a comforting meal served with mashed potatoes, rice, or vegetables.
Ingredients
4 cube steaks (about 1 lb total)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced (optional)
1 cup beef broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional)
1 tablespoon water (for slurry, optional)
Instructions
- Combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
- Pat cube steaks dry and dredge in the seasoned flour mixture. Shake off excess.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook steaks for 3-4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Add onion to the skillet (if using) and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Stir and bring to a simmer.
- If thickening, mix cornstarch and water into a slurry and add to the gravy. Stir until thickened.
- Return steaks to the skillet, spoon gravy over them, cover, and simmer on low for 10-15 minutes.
- Serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or vegetables.
Notes
Add mushrooms to the gravy for extra flavor.
Use cayenne or chili flakes for a spicy version.
Can be made in a slow cooker after searing for very tender results.
Double dredge with egg for a crispier crust.
Reheat gently and thin gravy with broth if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with gravy
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg