Cube steak is a cut of beef that has been tenderized, usually by the butcher using an electric tenderizer. The name comes from the distinctive cube-like pattern the machine creates. It is also known as “minute steak” because of how quickly it can be cooked, but this recipe proves that it also shines in a slow braise.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 2 pounds cube steak, cute into 4–6 equal size pieces
- 1/2 cup cassava flour
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups bone broth
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
InSTRUCTIONS
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Braised Cube Steak with Onion Gravy
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 2 pounds cube steak, cute into 4–6 equal size pieces
- 1/2 cup cassava flour
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups bone broth
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- In a large skillet with a cover, heat oil over medium heat.
- Meanwhile, season steaks with salt, then coat each piece of meat with flour on both sides.
- Cooking in batches if necessary, brown the steaks without moving them for 3-4 minutes, then flip and brown on other side for 3-4 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Add onions to skillet and cook until softened and beginning to brown (about 6-7 minutes).
- Add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Slowly add broth, stirring and scraping bottom of skillet to dislodge browned bits. Bring to a boil and then reduce to low.
- Add fresh thyme leaves and stir to distribute.
- Return steaks in a single layer so that the are not completely submerged by gravy.
- Cover and simmer on low for 45 minutes.
- Serve steaks with gravy (it’s delicious on spaghetti squash, cauliflower mash, or other starchy side dish!)
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main
This recipe originally published on Gutsy By Nature. All rights reserved.