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Cube Steak Recipe

Simply seasoned and smothered in a rich onion gravy, this cube steak recipe really impresses on a tight budget.
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Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: Laurel Perry

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet

Ingredients

For the Steaks

  • cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 4 cube steaks (about 4 ounces each)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (⅛ stick)

For the Pan Gravy

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (¼ stick)
  • 1 yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • 1-2 tablespoons sherry vinegar to taste
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch + 1 teaspoon cool water; optional, to thicken gravy

Instructions

  • In a shallow bowl, whisk the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
    ⅓ cup all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Dredge the steaks in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
    4 cube steaks
  • Heat the oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted. Add in the steaks and cook for 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside.
    1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • To the same pan, melt the remaining butter. Add in the onions and cook, stirring often, over medium heat until softened and beginning to carmelize, about 10-12 minutes.
    2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 yellow onion
  • Stir in the garlic and rosemary. Cook, stirring until fragrant, about 60 seconds.
    1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary, 3 cloves garlic
  • Stir in the beef broth and sherry vinegar. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has reduced slightly, 5-7 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper to taste.
    1 cup low-sodium beef broth, 1-2 tablespoons sherry vinegar, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • If you would like the gravy to thicken further, remove the pan from the what and whisk in the cornstarch and water mixture. Return to the heat and stir constantly until the sauce simmers.
    1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • Return the steak to the pan. Spoon the gravy over the steaks.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1steak | Calories: 379kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 1054mg | Potassium: 576mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 278IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 3mg