cube steak recipes

Cube Steak Recipes

Cube steak recipes are a great choice for anyone looking for a simple, hearty, and budget friendly meal. Cube steak is a tenderized cut of beef that cooks quickly and absorbs flavors beautifully, making it perfect for a wide variety of dishes. Many home cooks love cube steak because it is affordable, easy to prepare, and extremely versatile. Whether you cook it on the stove, in the oven, or in a crock pot, cube steak can turn into a tender and flavorful dish with minimal effort.

One of the biggest advantages of cube steak recipes is how flexible they are. You can pan fry the steak for a crispy outer layer, slow cook it in a rich gravy for maximum tenderness, or bake it in the oven for a simple weeknight dinner. Cube steak is especially popular in classic comfort food dishes where it is served with mashed potatoes, rice, or vegetables. Because the meat is already tenderized, it absorbs seasoning and sauces very well, creating delicious flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

  • 4 cube steaks (about 4 ounces each)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules

Directions

  1. Season both sides of the cube steaks with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.
  2. Place flour in a shallow bowl and coat each steak lightly, shaking off any excess flour.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  4. Add the cube steaks to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
  5. Carefully pour enough water into the skillet so the steaks are almost covered.
  6. Stir in the beef bouillon granules and a little extra salt if needed.
  7. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium low.
  8. Cover the skillet and let the steaks simmer for about 2 hours until they become very tender.
  9. Serve the cube steaks hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or vegetables. The remaining liquid can also be thickened into a delicious gravy.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4