Name: Cube Steak
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1½–2 pounds cube steak (about 4 pieces); ½ cup all-purpose flour (reserve 2 tablespoons for gravy); 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 medium yellow onion, sliced; 2 cups beef stock (or broth); 8 oz sliced mushrooms

Cube Steak

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This tender smothered cube steak is pan-fried and simmered in rich mushroom and onion gravy—an easy 30-minute comfort food classic made in one skillet.

Author: Sarah
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Beef, Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

→ Steak & Seasoning:

1½–2 pounds cube steak (about 4 pieces)

½ cup all-purpose flour (reserve 2 tablespoons for gravy)

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon pepper

→ Cooking & Gravy:

2 tablespoons oil

2 tablespoons butter

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 medium yellow onion, sliced

2 cups beef stock (or broth)

8 oz sliced mushrooms

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Instructions

Prep the Steak (Optional): Let cube steak sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before cooking.

Season & Dredge: Rub garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper into both sides of the steak. Dredge in flour. Set aside 2 tablespoons of leftover flour for later.

Sear the Steak: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steaks and cook 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and keep warm under foil.

Sauté the Onions: In the same skillet, melt butter and scrape up browned bits. Add onions and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Make the Gravy: Sprinkle in reserved flour and stir until golden, about 1–2 minutes. Gradually pour in beef broth while stirring. Bring to a boil and stir until thickened.

Add Mushrooms: Stir in mushrooms and simmer for 2 minutes until tender.

Return the Steak: Add cube steaks back to skillet. Spoon gravy over the top and let simmer 5 minutes.

Serve: Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.

Notes

Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Reheat: Warm in a 400°F oven for 5–10 minutes or until heated through.

Freezing: Cool completely before freezing in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.

Pro Tip: Don’t crowd the pan when searing. Work in batches if needed for better browning and tenderness.

Seasoning Tip: Press the seasoning and flour firmly into the meat for better flavor.

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