Description
A classic American comfort food, Swiss Steak features tenderized beef round steak simmered in a flavorful tomato-based sauce with onions, bell peppers, and aromatic spices. This hearty dish is perfect served over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Coating
- 1 1/2 pounds beef round steak, cut into 1/2-inch thick pieces
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Tomato Sauce and Seasoning
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with juice
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the steak: In a shallow bowl, combine flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge the steak pieces in the seasoned flour, pressing to coat each piece thoroughly.
- Brown the steak: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the coated steak pieces and brown on both sides for about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the browned steak and set aside.
- Sauté vegetables: In the same pan, add the sliced onion and green bell pepper. Cook until softened, approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
- Add tomato base and seasonings: Stir in diced tomatoes with their juice, tomato paste, beef broth, dried thyme, and paprika. Mix well to combine.
- Simmer the steak: Return the browned steak pieces to the pan, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then cover the pan and cook over low heat for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the Swiss steak hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles for a delicious and comforting meal.
Notes
- This recipe can be adapted for a slow cooker by browning the steak and sautéing the vegetables on the stovetop, then transferring all ingredients to a slow cooker to cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour or cornstarch for dredging.
- Adjust seasoning as needed; additional herbs like rosemary or oregano can complement the flavors well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
