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Slow-Simmered Country Style Cube Steak with Rich Pan Gravy

Transform affordable cube steak into a tender, flavorful meal with this easy slow-simmering method that creates its own delicious gravy. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend comfort food!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 395
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 4-ounce cube steaks
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour for gravy
  • 2 tablespoons cold water

Method
 

  1. Season cube steaks generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add the cube steaks and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until nicely browned. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
  4. Remove steaks and set aside on a plate.
  5. In the same pan, add sliced onions and cook until softened and starting to brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits.
  8. Add dried thyme and stir to combine.
  9. Return the cube steaks to the pan, along with any accumulated juices.
  10. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5-2 hours until the steaks are fork-tender.
  11. Remove steaks to a serving platter and keep warm.
  12. In a small bowl, whisk together flour and cold water until smooth.
  13. Increase heat to medium and slowly whisk the flour mixture into the pan juices.
  14. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until gravy thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
  15. Pour gravy over cube steaks or serve on the side.