The BEST Swiss Steak (Tender and Easy Recipe)
Swiss steak is rich and delicious. The chuck eye cut of meat is inexpensive and so delicious in this recipe. It cooks down to a tender and flavorful main dish that everyone loves.
Servings: 4
Cost: $17.00
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 2 lbs round steak beef chuck eye works nicely
- 2 medium yellow onions sliced
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp salt plus more as needed
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 28 oz. crushed tomatoes
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- Fresh oregano or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Place steaks between two sheets of parchment paper or plastic wrap and pound out to about 1⁄2” thickness with a meat mallet.
- In a shallow bowl or on a sheet of parchment paper, mix flour, paprika, 1⁄2 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
- Dredge each side of the meat with the flour mixture and set aside.
- In a 6 Quart Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally until onions soften and begin to brown. Remove onion mixture garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally until onions soften and begin to brown. Remove onion mixture from pot and set aside.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the pan. Brown prepared steaks on each side.
- When the meat has browned, add onion mixture back into the pan. Adjust steaks to rest on top of the onions. Pour tomatoes (including juice), oregano, and Worchestire sauce over and stir just a bit.
- Place the lid on the Dutch oven and bake for about 2 1⁄2 hours until meat falls apart easily.
- Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles. Garnish with fresh oregano or parsley if desired.
Notes
More Important Tips for Making the Best Swiss Steak
- Tenderize the meat: Swiss steak is traditionally made with tougher cuts of beef, such as round or chuck steak. To ensure a tender result, it's crucial to tenderize the meat before cooking. You can use a meat mallet to pound it or a fork to pierce it on both sides. This helps break down the muscle fibers and allows the meat to become more tender as it cooks.
- Properly brown the meat: Before simmering the steak in the flavorful sauce, it's essential to brown it properly. Browning the meat adds a depth of flavor and creates a delicious crust. Heat up some oil in a pan over medium-high heat and sear the steak on both sides until nicely browned. This step enhances the overall taste and appearance of this easy family meal.
- Simmer the steak low and slow: This is a dish that benefits from slow cooking. Once the meat is browned, transfer it to a pot or slow cooker along with the onions, garlic, tomatoes, and seasonings. Cover the pot and let it simmer on low heat for a couple of hours. This slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together, tenderizes the meat further, and results in a deliciously rich and hearty dish.
Nutrition
Calories: 851kcal | Carbohydrates: 94g | Protein: 65g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 724mg | Potassium: 1537mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 678IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 138mg | Iron: 13mg
QR code
Scan this QR code with your phone's camera to view this recipe on your mobile device.
