Cube Steak is a tenderized beef steak seared in beef broth, onion and garlic powder then made with the BEST Mushroom Gravy. A simple and delicious meal made in less than 30 minutes!

Sometimes I just need to cook some beef and steak is one of my favorites! For more simple to make steak recipes try this Garlic Butter Herb Steak Bites with Potatoes, Brown Sugar Garlic Flank Steak or Creamy Garlic Steak Bites with Mushrooms.

Cube Steak

 

What is Cube Steak:

Cube steak or cubed steak is a type of beef cut that is known to be a tough piece of meat that is tenderized. Usually it is either top round or top sirloin when purchased. It is then flattened by pounding and tenderized before cooking. Cube steak got its name because of the indentations that are on the cube steak after it has been tenderized by a meat tenderizer.

Cube Steak Ingredients:

• Flour
• Pepper
• Salt
• Onion Powder
• Garlic Powder
• Olive Oil
• Cube Steaks

Mushroom Gravy:

• Olive Oil
• Onion
• Mushrooms
• Beef Broth
• Onion Soup Mix
• Cornstarch 
• Water
• How to Cook Cube Steak:

How to Cook Cube Steak:

1. Mix together seasoning: In a small bowl combine the flour, pepper, salt, onion, powder and garlic powder.  Add the cube steak and coat with the flour on each side.
2. Cook the cube steak: In a medium sized skillet add the olive oil.  Over medium high heat add the cube steak and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side.  Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. To make the mushroom gravy:  Add the olive oil and sliced onions.  Sauté for 4-5 minutes and add in the mushrooms until they are tender and mushrooms are golden.  Add in the beef broth and onion soup mix and mix until dissolved.  Combine the cornstarch and water and whisk in a small bowl.  Add to the gravy and mix.  Add the cube steaks back to the gravy and let simmer until sauce has started to thicken.

Tips for Making Cube Steak:

• Let rest: It is best to allow the steaks time to rest out of the cold refrigerator about 20 to 30 minutes ahead of cooking time.
• Preparing cube steak: Be sure to remove any moisture from the cube steak by patting it dry with a paper towel. This will ensure the steak will sear evenly as well as have a crispy crust.
• Tenderize meat: Simply pound the steak using a meat tenderizer. This will ensure the quality of your steak and how juicy it is when being cooked.
• Overcook: It is best to not overcook the cube steak. It will become rubbery and hard to eat.
• Thicken gravy: Mix together a slurry or roux of cornstarch or flour with water. Slowly add it to the mushroom gravy for the desired thickness.
• Beef broth: For more flavor add in beef broth instead of water.

How to Store Cube Steak:

• Can you make it ahead of time? Yes, the cube steak can be prepared and tenderized ahead of time to save even more time when cooking. Also, the seasoning and mushroom gravy can be made ahead of time separately and stored in the refrigerator for 24 to 48 hours ahead of time.
• Can you freeze cube steak? Yes! This makes a great freezer meal. Let cool completely after being cooked and place in a ziplock bag or airtight container. Add the steak with the gravy and freeze laying flat for 1 to 3 months. When ready to warm up, place in the refrigerator overnight to thaw completely.
• How to reheat cube steak: Cube steak can be warmed up in the oven, on a skillet or in the microwave. Gently warm up the cube steak slowly until it is warmed through.  

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