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Smothered Steak and Rice

  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 35 min
  • Total Time: 45 min
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Pan-fry and simmer
  • Cuisine: Southern American
  • Diet: Low Salt

Description

A hearty and comforting Southern-style dish featuring tender cube steak smothered in savory onions and gravy, served over fluffy rice.


Ingredients

  •  lb cube steak (68 pieces)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice


Instructions

  1. Season cube steak with salt and pepper and dredge in flour, shaking off excess.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown steaks 2–3 minutes per side until golden; remove and set aside.
  3. Add onion to skillet; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in beef broth, scraping up browned bits. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and thyme.
  5. Return steaks to pan, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes, until meat is tender.
  6. If gravy seems thin, mix cornstarch with a little water to form a slurry and stir into gravy; cook 2–3 minutes until thickened.
  7. Serve steaks smothered with gravy and onions over cooked rice.

Notes

  • For richer flavor, substitute half the beef broth with red wine.
  • Add sliced mushrooms with onions for extra depth.
  • Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a green salad to balance the meal.