For hectic days or when you want to come home to a ready-to-eat dinner, Crock Pot Cube Steak is a tasty and hassle-free option. When slow-cooked in a crock pot with savory seasonings, cube steak, a tenderized cut of beef, becomes exceptionally tasty and tender. This recipe is a hit in every kitchen because it requires little preparation and maximizes flavor. We’ll walk you through the entire process of creating this delicious Crock Pot Cube Steak in this post.
Materials: IngredientsAmount
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cube steak | 2 pounds |
| All-purpose flour | 1/4 cup |
| Garlic powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Onion powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Paprika | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
| Vegetable oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Onion (sliced) | 1 large |
| Beef broth | 1 1/2 cups |
| Worcestershire sauce | 2 tablespoons |
| Dried thyme | 1 teaspoon |
| Cornstarch (optional, for thickening) | 1 tablespoon |
| Water | 2 tablespoons |
| Fresh parsley (for garnish) | Optional |
Now that we have our ingredients ready, let’s proceed to make this mouthwatering Crock Pot Cube Steak!
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cube Steaks: In a shallow dish, mix the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat each cube steak with the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.
- Sear the Steaks: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the coated cube steaks to the skillet and sear them for 1-2 minutes on each side until they are lightly browned. This step helps to seal in the juices and adds extra flavor to the dish.
- Layer the Crock Pot: Place the sliced onions at the bottom of the crock pot. Arrange the seared cube steaks on top of the onions in a single layer.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme. Pour the sauce over the cube steaks in the crock pot.
- Crock Pot Cooking: Cover the crock pot and cook the cube steaks on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours. The longer cooking time on low heat will result in more tender cube steaks.
- Thicken the Sauce: If you prefer a thicker gravy, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth. Stir the cornstarch mixture into the crock pot during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Garnish and Serve: Once the cooking time is up, the cube steaks should be tender and flavorful. If desired, garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
