Cubed Steak with Onion Gravy

Cubed steak with onion gravy is a classic comfort food.

It can be cooked and on the table in under an hour and is perfect for a weeknight dinner or to serve weekend guests.

I think a cubed steak recipe is more of a cold-weather food than one for summer.

However, the cubed steak will be a hit no matter what time of year you serve it.

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How do you cook cube steak so it’s not tough?

To keep the cubed steak recipe from being tough, you should cook it for five minutes over medium-high heat. Keep an eye on it because the breading will burn quickly if your oil is too hot.

How do you tenderize cubed steak?

In practice, cube steak is tenderized in the machine that turns it into cube steak. However, some cuts are so tough that a little extra help can make them more tender by marinating them in a condensed milk and egg mix from four to 24 hours. When you are ready to cook, let the steak come to room temperature before flouring and frying.

Do you rinse the cube steak before cooking?

Rinsing meat before you cook is not the best practice. Instead, pat the cubed steak dry with a paper towel to remove any excess liquid before you flour your cubed steak.

Can cube steak be pink in the middle?

Like other steaks, the cubed steak may be done yet still be pink in the middle. As long as you have brought the steak up to a temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit, you will be safe eating cubed steak that is slightly pink. However, it is best to cook this meat until it is done well all the way through.

How to serve Cubed Steak with Onion Gravy?

The best way to serve cubed steak with onion gravy is over creamy mashed potatoes. The steak and gravy together with the potatoes and a vegetable on the side is an excellent meal for the family or guests.

Cubed Steak with Onion Gravy Cooking Tips:

When frying breaded food, the breading can become overdone before the meat is cooked. So, cook your cubed steak on medium heat to keep from burning the breading and to keep the meat from drying out or being undercooked.

Variations of Cubed Steak with Onion Gravy:

This cubed steak recipe calls for using an onion soup mix as a base for the gravy. However, you can make your gravy and use fresh onions to make this dish, as well.

Ingredients:

• Cubed steak
• Flour
• Garlic salt
• Black pepper
• Vegetable oil
• Onion, sliced
• Beef broth
• Dry onion soup mix

How to make Cubed Steak with Onion Gravy:

Step 1. Combine flour, garlic salt, and black pepper in a pie plate or shallow dish.

Step 2. Dredge both sides of the cubed steak in a flour mixture.

Both sides.

Step 3. Heat oil in a large skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high heat.

Step 4. Add steak (cooking in 2 batches if necessary).

Step 5. Cook 5 minutes per side.

Step 6. Remove steak from skillet and set aside.

Step 7. If you want to thicken the gravy some, add a few teaspoons of leftover flour from dredging the steak to the drippings in the pan.

Step 8. Add onion, broth, and onion soup mix to the drippings in the pan.

Step 9. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pan.

Step 10. Bring to a simmer and cook until onions are soft.

Step 11. Return steak to the pan to warm.

Step 12. Serve with mashed potatoes.

Cubed Steak with Onion Gravy

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 5

Cubed steak with onion gravy is a classic comfort food. It can be cooked and on the table in under an hour and is perfect for a weeknight dinner or to serve weekend guests.

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Ingredients 

• 1 1/2 pounds cubed steak
• 1/3 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 1 14-ounce can beef broth
• 1 package dry onion soup mix

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Instructions

• Combine flour, garlic salt, and black pepper in a pie plate or shallow dish.
• Dredge both sides of cubed steak in a flour mixture.
• Heat oil in a large skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high heat.
• Add steak (cooking in 2 batches if necessary).
• Cook 5 minutes per side.
• Remove steak from skillet and set aside.
• If you want to thicken the gravy some, add a few teaspoons of leftover flour from dredging the steak to the drippings in the pan.
• Add onion, broth, and onion soup mix to the drippings in the pan.
• Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pan.
• Bring to a simmer and cook until onions are soft.
• Return steak to the pan to warm.
• Serve with mashed potatoes.
• Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 573kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 28g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 535mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g

Author: Laura

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How to store Cubed Steak with Onion Gravy?

Cubed steak with onion gravy should be stored in a shallow dish, tightly covered with film wrap, and placed in the refrigerator. It can also be stored in an airtight container.

How to reheat Cubed Steak with Onion Gravy?

You can reheat your cubed steak with onion gravy in the same cast iron skillet you cooked it in. Let the steak stand at room temperature for half an hour or so before heating it. If the gravy has thickened, you can add a little water to help the cubed steak heat quicker and in the gravy.

How long will Cubed Steak with Onion Gravy last in the fridge?

You can store your cubed steak in the refrigerator for up to three days. However, it can be frozen, but it will lose some of its quality when reheated.

Can I make Cubed Steak with Onion Gravy ahead of time?

You can cook the steak ahead and not combine it with the gravy until you get ready to serve. Then, when ready to serve, combine the precooked steaks with the onion gravy, and it’s time to eat.

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