Swiss steak in foil is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for a hearty family meal. The beef is braised in a flavorful sauce until it is fall-apart tender, and the vegetables are soft and flavorful. This dish is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SWISS STEAK
An old family favorite salvaged from our 30-plus-year-old cookbook. We like this served over egg noodles. I like to increase the tomatoes to a 15 ½-ounce can, and I use a full green pepper and add a teaspoon of paprika.
Provided by Chuck Schmahl
Categories Main Dish Recipes Beef Swiss Steak Recipes
Time 2h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper together in a bowl. Sprinkle half the flour mixture on one side of round steak pieces; pound steak until coating is absorbed. Flip steak and coat with remaining flour mixture; pound steak until coating is absorbed. Cut steak into 6 pieces.
- Melt shortening in a large skillet over medium heat; place steak pieces in the hot shortening. Cook until browned, 7 to 10 minutes per side. Cover and simmer until tender, about 1 hour, adding water as needed.
- Turn steak pieces over and add tomatoes, onion, and green bell pepper to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 95.3 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 32.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 329.6 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
SWISS STEAK
For dinner tonight, try Alton Brown's Swiss Steak cutlets from Good Eats on Food Network, cooked in bacon drippings and smothered in an oniony beef gravy.
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories main-dish
Time 3h15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- Cut the meat with the grain into 1/2-inch thick slices and season on both sides with the salt and pepper. Place the flour into a pie pan. Dredge the pieces of meat on both sides in the flour mixture. Tenderize the meat using a needling device, until each slice is 1/4-inch thick. Dredge the slices on both sides once more and set aside.
- Add enough of the bacon drippings or vegetable oil to just cover the bottom of a 4 to 5-quart Dutch oven set over medium-high heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the steaks to the pan, being careful not to overcrowd. Cook until golden brown on both sides, approximately 2 minutes per side. Remove the steaks to a plate and repeat until all of the steaks have been browned.
- Remove the last steaks from the pot and add the onions, garlic, and celery. Saute for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the tomato paste and stir to combine. Next add the tomatoes, paprika, oregano, Worcestershire sauce and beef broth and stir to combine. Return the meat to the pot, submerging it in the liquid. Cover the pot and place it in the oven on the middle rack. Cook for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until the meat is tender and falling apart.
SWISS STEAK
Looking for a hearty dinner? Then check out this beef and veggie skillet dish - a wonderful meal.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 2h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut beef into 6 serving pieces. In small bowl, mix flour, mustard and salt. Sprinkle half of the flour mixture over 1 side of beef; pound in with meat mallet. Turn beef; pound in remaining flour mixture.
- In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook beef in oil about 15 minutes, turning once, until brown.
- Add tomatoes and garlic to skillet, breaking up tomatoes with a fork. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 1 hour 15 minutes, spooning sauce occasionally over beef, until beef is tender.
- Add water, onion and bell pepper to skillet. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 5 to 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
BAKED SWISS STEAK
This dish is one of my husband's favorites, so I make it often. Baking steak might seem strange at first, but the meat becomes very tender, and the vegetables add delicious flavor. -Dolores Wynne, Clearwater, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut meat into two portions; pound to 1/4-in. thickness. Combine 1 tablespoon flour and salt; coat meat on both sides. In a skillet, brown meat in oil. Transfer meat to a greased shallow 2-qt. baking dish; set aside. , To pan drippings, add tomatoes, carrot, celery, onion, Worcestershire sauce and remaining flour. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Pour over meat. Cover and bake at 350° for 1-1/2 hours or until the meat is tender. Sprinkle with cheese; return to the oven until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 1066mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.
SWISS STEAK IN FOIL
From my MIL. I have also made this with venison round steaks. Good served with mashed potatoes and green beans.
Provided by LorenLou
Categories Steak
Time 1h10m
Yield 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Tear off a 5' length of aluminum foil: fold double.
- Combine ketchup and flour.
- Spoon about 1/3 of mixture in center of foil, spreading slightly.
- Place steak on top of this.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Cover meat with the onion slices, and remaining ketchup mixture.
- Sprinkle lemon juice over everything.
- Fold foil over and seal all edges securely.
- Place in a shallow baking pan, and bake at 450 for about 1 hr.
- or until meat is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.9, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 103.4, Sodium 630.1, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 12.4, Protein 43.1
TENDER SWISS STEAK
This is one of my family's favorite recipes. I sometimes serve it with white or wild rice. You can also substitute venison for the beef if you like.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut meat into serving-size pieces. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add beef, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. , In a large skillet, brown meat in oil on both sides. Top with onions and celery. Combine the tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce and oregano; spoon over vegetables. Cover and simmer for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until meat is tender. Serve with noodles if desired.
Nutrition Facts :
MOM'S SWISS STEAK DINNER
Comfort food all the way. I love swiss steak with fresh green beans, white rice and good crusty bread!!
Provided by babygirl65
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425. Line 9 x 13 baking pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil, leaving 1 1/2 inch overhang all around.
- Cut steaks into equal portions and place in prepared pan. Top with sliced onions and bell peppers. (I always use more onion and bell peppers, personal preference).
- Whisk together soup, tomatoes with juice, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, garlic powder, and pepper in a bowl until well blended. Pour over steaks, onions and bell peppers.
- Cover pan with large sheet of heavy duty foil; roll edges tightly with overhang to seal.
- Bake at 425 for 45 minutes.
- Add potatoes; reseal with foil. Bake additional 45 minutes.
- Uncover pan; add green beans. Reseal.
- Bake an additional 15 minutes or until beans are tender and steak is cooked through.
- Stir well before serving.
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of beef: Chuck roast is the traditional cut used for Swiss steak, but you can also use round steak or flank steak. Just be sure to choose a cut that is at least 1 inch thick so that it can withstand the long cooking time.
- Tenderize the beef: Pounding the beef with a meat mallet or rolling pin helps to break down the tough fibers and make the meat more tender. You can also use a commercial meat tenderizer.
- Brown the beef: Browning the beef in a skillet before braising it helps to develop flavor and color. Be sure to brown the beef in batches so that you don't overcrowd the skillet and end up steaming the meat instead of browning it.
- Use a good braising liquid: The braising liquid is what gives Swiss steak its rich flavor. You can use a variety of liquids, such as beef broth, red wine, or tomato sauce. Be sure to add some aromatics, such as onions, garlic, and herbs, to the braising liquid for extra flavor.
- Cook the steak until it is fall-apart tender: Swiss steak should be cooked until it is fall-apart tender. This can take anywhere from 1 to 2 hours, depending on the thickness of the meat and the temperature of the oven.
Conclusion:
Swiss steak is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit with the family. By following these tips, you can make sure that your Swiss steak turns out perfectly tender and flavorful every time. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give Swiss steak a try. You won't be disappointed!
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