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Pan-seared cube steak smothered in a rich brown onion gravy in a skillet

Classic Smothered Cube Steak

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 beef cube steaks (approx. 1.5 lbs)
  • 1/2 cup all -purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon sal t
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions
 

  • In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Dredge each cube steak in the flour mixture, pressing to coat both sides, and shake off excess.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear steaks for 3-4 minutes per side until browned, then remove from pan and set aside.
  • Add sliced onions to the same skillet and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
  • Whisk in 1 tablespoon of the remaining seasoned flour into the onions and cook for 1 minute.
  • Slowly pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping the bottom of the pan to release browned bits.
  • Bring the liquid to a simmer, return the steaks to the skillet, and spoon the gravy over them.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the steaks are tender and the gravy has thickened.
  • Serve warm with mashed potatoes or rice.