Best 5 Smothered Round Steak With Onions Recipes

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Smothered round steak with onions is a Southern classic that has been passed down from generation to generation. It is a simple, yet flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The key to making a great smothered round steak is to use a good cut of meat and to cook it slowly and gently. The result is a tender, juicy steak that is smothered in a rich and flavorful gravy. This article will provide you with a few tips and tricks for making the best smothered round steak with onions that you have ever tasted.

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ONION AND PEPPER SMOTHERED ROUND STEAK



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 5 cups beef and gravy, about 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/2 teaspoon cayenne
2 1/4 pounds thin top round steak, sliced into strips about 1/4-inch thick
1 1/2 tablespoons Essence, recipe follows
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley leaves
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
White rice, for serving, optional
3 cups chicken broth, divided
6 cups sliced onions
2 cups sliced red and green bell peppers
3 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the meat with the Essence and flour in a mixing bowl and toss to combine.
  • Heat the oil in a large cast iron Dutch oven or high-sided skillet over medium-high heat and brown the meat, in batches, until browned on all sides, 4 to 5 minutes. Add 2 cups of the chicken broth and stir, scraping the bottom and sides of the pan to loosen any browned particles. Add the onions, bell peppers, salt, cayenne, and black pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the vegetables are wilted. Reduce the heat to medium. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes. Add the remaining cup of broth and continue to cook, uncovered, for about 1 hour longer, or until the meat is very tender and the gravy is thickened and flavorful. Add the parsley and serve immediately over white rice, if using.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch
  • Published by William Morrow, 1993.

BASIC SMOTHERED STEAK AND ONIONS



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I have not tried this one yet, but my friend Anni who gave it to me is an excellent cook so I have no doubt it's wonderful!

Provided by AnOkie2

Categories     Meat

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 lbs top round steaks or 2 lbs bottom round steaks, about 3/4 inch thick
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 large onions, thinly sliced
2 bay leaves
3 sprigs fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1/4 cup beer
1 cup beef stock or 1 cup beef broth

Steps:

  • Mix the flour, salt and pepper together.
  • Pound this mixture into the meat well.
  • Cut the meat into 4-6 pieces.
  • Heat the oil in a heavy skillet and cook the steaks in batches over medium-high heat until brown on both sides.
  • Remove the meat and reduce the heat to medium.
  • Add the onions and cook until limp and golden.
  • If the pan is dry, add a few tablespoons of water to the skillet.
  • Lay the meat over the onions and add the bay leaves, thyme, beer and beef stock.
  • Cover tightly and reduce the heat to low.
  • Simmer gently for 30-40 minutes until the meat is very tender.
  • Do not let it boil.
  • Remove the bay leaves and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • If the sauce is too thin, remove the meat and raise the heat; boil until the liquid thickens slightly.
  • Serve the steaks topped with the onions and sauce.
  • This is good served with either mashed potatoes or buttered noodles.

SMOTHERED ROUND STEAK



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Make and share this Smothered Round Steak recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Meat

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs round steaks (London broil, chuck, or round roasts may also be used)
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, Ground
1 teaspoon red pepper, Ground
1 teaspoon white pepper, Ground
all-purpose flour (dredging)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 medium onions, chopped
2 bell peppers, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 cup beef stock or 1 cup water

Steps:

  • Season the meat with one half of the salt and peppers.
  • Dust with flour on all sides.
  • Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or other large heavy pot over medium-high heat, add the meat, and brown well on all sides.
  • Remove the meat and pour off all but 1 teaspoon of the oil.
  • Add half the onions, bell peppers, celery, and the other half of the seasonings, and the stock or water.
  • Stir well and reduce the heat to the lowest possible point.
  • Return the meat to the pot and cover with the remaining vegetables.
  • Cover and let cook until the meat is very tender, about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • Serve the meat in slices, with rice alongside and the gravy over all.
  • When you try this recipe with other kinds of meat, be sure to adjust the cooking times accordingly--let tenderness be your guide.
  • For extra flavorful meat, try larding with slivers of garlic before smothering.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 729.8, Fat 53.8, SaturatedFat 14, Cholesterol 165.6, Sodium 1526.2, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 5.1, Protein 49.2

SMOTHERED ROUND STEAK WITH GRAVY



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This is one of the first recipes I learned to cook when I was a teenager. Mom taught me to cook over the phone, after I got home from school every day. She was working and I didn't think about it at the time, but later I realized my calls were reassuring to her, since she knew I was safely home. Even when Mom told me how to do it, I nearly always tweaked it! Most of the time, it turned out okay. Mashed potatoes and biscuits are perfect with this, along with a vegetable.

Provided by Bibi

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (2 1/2 pound) tenderized round steak, cut into 6 pieces
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour, divided
1 teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
½ cup cooking oil, divided
1 large onion, sliced
1 cup water
1 teaspoon beef base (such as Better than Bouillon®)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cups milk

Steps:

  • Sprinkle each side of the round steak pieces with salt and pepper, rubbing seasoning into the meat.
  • Combine 1/2 cup flour and garlic powder in a 1-gallon resealable bag. Add steak pieces, seal bag, and shake to evenly coat all the pieces.
  • Heat 1/3 cup of oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add seasoned and floured steak pieces to the skillet in a single layer in batches and cook until browned, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and keep warm. Repeat with remaining pieces, adding more oil, if necessary, until all are browned.
  • Add onion slices to the same skillet and stir, coating onions with pan drippings, until onion slices have separated and are just beginning to soften, about 2 minutes. Move onions to one side of the skillet and return browned steak pieces to the skillet. Spread steak evenly in the skillet and place onions on top.
  • Stir together water, beef base, and Worcestershire sauce in a microwave-safe container. Microwave on high for 1 minute, stir, and pour into the skillet. Cover, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until the steak is tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Remove the steak from the skillet and add reserved 1/2 cup of flour to the pan drippings. Increase heat to medium; stir briskly and cook until bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir in milk and keep stirring until gravy bubbles again. Return steak, onions, and any accumulated juices to the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors are well combined, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Cholesterol 107.5 mg, Fat 31.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 43.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 95.8 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

SMOTHERED ROUND STEAK



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Try less expensive round steak and gravy served over egg noodles for a hearty meal. Meaty and chock full of veggies, this slow-cooker creation will take the worry out of what's-for-supper any weeknight. Kathy Garret - Camden, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 pounds beef top round steak, cut into strips
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large onion, sliced
1 large green pepper, sliced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 jar (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons molasses
Hot cooked egg noodles, optional

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, toss beef with flour, salt and pepper. Stir in all remaining ingredients except noodles., Cook, covered, on low until meat is tender, 6-8 hours. If desired, serve with noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 1064mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 42g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a heavy bottom pot or Dutch oven to evenly distribute and maintain heat throughout the cooking process.
  • Sear the steak in small batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure a nice caramelized crust.
  • Use a meat mallet or tenderizer to break down the collagen in the steak, resulting in a more tender texture.
  • Slice the onions thinly and evenly for consistent cooking and even distribution of flavor.
  • Deglaze the pan with red wine or beef broth to extract caramelized bits and enhance the sauce's flavor.
  • Use a combination of low-sodium soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar to create a flavorful and balanced sauce.
  • Simmer the steak and onions over medium heat for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld and the steak to become fall-apart tender.
  • Serve smothered steak with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Smothered round steak with onions is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor. With its tender steak, caramelized onions, and flavorful sauce, this dish is sure to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is a great option for a hearty and delicious meal. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your skillet, and get ready to indulge in this delectable smothered round steak with onions.

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