This 30 minute Smothered Steak Recipe is perfect for those who love comfort food and hearty meals! Tender steaks are seared to perfection and then coated in a savory onion gravy to create a filling meal that your whole family will love.
Personally, I love when a meal is easy to make, tasty, and doesn't break the bank-this one checks all those boxes!
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What makes this steak hard to resist
My dad always ordered smothered steak at the local diner, and I can still picture the waitress pouring that rich gravy right over the top. That's exactly the vibe of this recipe. It starts with steaks hitting a hot skillet, developing a deep golden crust that locks in flavor and creates those irresistible crispy edges before they're smothered in that savory gravy.
Best of all, it's ready in about 30 minutes. It tastes like a classic diner favorite, but it's simple enough for any weeknight!
Watch it come together
Stop here and see how to get that golden crust and silky gravy consistency.
Smothered Steak Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Cast Iron Skillet
- 1 whisk
Ingredients
- 4 cube steaks or tenderized round steaks, 1 ½ to 2 pounds of meat
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons Montreal Steak Seasoning
- 1 medium onion thinly sliced
- 5-6 mushrooms thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Season the steaks generously with the steak seasoning on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steaks and sear them for 4-5 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness. Remove the steaks from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and mushrooms. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and lightly browned. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms, onions and garlic. Stir to combine and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add the beef broth while whisking to prevent lumps. Stir in Worcestershire sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the gravy thickens.
- Return the steaks to the skillet, spoon some gravy over them, and let everything simmer together for an additional 5 minutes, ensuring the steaks are coated in the rich gravy.
- Remove the steaks, mushrooms and onions from the skillet. Stir in butter for a smooth, glossy finish to the gravy. Serve the smothered steaks with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite side dish!
Notes
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What you'll need: ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card for the exact measurements.
Creative variations to try
- This recipe is very flexible, you can use pork chops or even hamburger steaks along with the gravy to change this dish up a little bit.
- A diced bell pepper would also make a great addition to the vegetables.
- Steak seasoning is by far my favorite way to flavor this hearty dish. However, you can also use garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, or even paprika for a little extra flavor.
- For a touch of heat, season your steak with a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)
Smothered means covered in a rich and flavorful sauce or gravy, usually made with onions, mushrooms, and other seasonings.
Yes, you can use any type of steak that you prefer. A sirloin steak or even flank steak would also work for this recipe.
The best way is to use a meat mallet to pound the steak. However, you can also use a meat tenderizer to help break down the connective tissue.
Deb's tips for tender steak
To get a nice crust on the outside of your steaks, it's important that your skillet and oil are nice and hot before you add the steaks.
- Don't overcook the steaks; otherwise, they will be tough. I recommend that you use a meat thermometer to check them for doneness to prevent burning them.
- When you are adding the broth to your roux, make sure that you constantly whisk so that no lumps form in your gravy.
Repurpose your leftovers
I have two great ways that you can repurpose any leftovers! First, chop up the meat and mix it with the leftover gravy and a bag of frozen vegetables. Then pour it into a pie crust and bake in the oven for a beef pot pie.
You can also use leftovers to make open-faced sandwiches! Both ideas are delicious!
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Do you love steak and gravy as much as Dan and I do? Then, trust me, you are going to want to add at least one of these delicious recipes to your meal plan. Slow Cooker Steak Bites with Gravy, Slow Cooker Cubed Steak, Crockpot Swiss Steak, and French Onion Soup Salisbury Steak are all delicious recipes.
Perfect pairings: what to serve with
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Do you have questions about this steak and gravy recipe? Leave me a comment below I would love to help you troubleshoot this recipe.
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