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Easy and Tender Cube Steak Recipes

Easy and Tender Cube Steak Recipes
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These Easy and Tender Cube Steak Recipes offer a quick, budget-friendly, and versatile way to prepare tender and flavorful beef that cooks fast and pleases the whole family. Using simple ingredients and straightforward steps, the recipe delivers a crispy crust and savory sauce that melt in your mouth, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or comforting meal.

Ingredients

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Meat

  • 1 to 1.5 pounds cube steak, tenderized beef cut into uniform pieces

Coating

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch for coating

Seasonings

  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Sauté and Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons butter or cooking oil
  • 1 medium onion, sliced (optional but recommended)
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional but recommended)
  • 1 to 1.5 cups beef broth or stock

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Steak: Pat the cube steaks dry with paper towels to remove any moisture. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika to enhance the flavor.
  2. Coat with Flour: Lightly dredge each cube steak piece in flour or cornstarch, shaking off any excess to create a light coating that helps form a crispy crust and will thicken the sauce later.
  3. Sear the Meat: Heat butter or oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the coated cube steaks and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until a golden-brown crust forms without overcooking the inside.
  4. Make the Sauce: Remove the steaks from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté onions and mushrooms until tender and fragrant. Pour in beef broth or stock to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Let the sauce simmer and thicken slightly.
  5. Simmer and Finish: Return the cube steaks to the skillet with the sauce. Cover and reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, allowing the meat to become tender and infused with the savory flavors of the sauce.

Notes

  • Always pat the steaks dry before cooking to achieve better browning and a crispier crust.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan; cook steaks in batches if necessary to avoid steaming instead of searing.
  • Use medium heat to cook through the steak without burning the crust.
  • Let the cooked steaks rest for a few minutes before serving to retain their juices.
  • Season generously as cube steak has a lean texture and benefits from robust seasoning.

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