Swiss Steak: A Classic Comfort Food

 

Ingredients

1 ½ pounds round steak, cut into serving pieces

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

3 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 large onion, thinly sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 green bell pepper, chopped

1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes

1 cup beef broth

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 bay leaf

Directions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge the steak pieces in the flour mixture, coating both sides.

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Brown the steak pieces on both sides, then transfer them to a plate.

In the same skillet, add the onion, garlic, and green bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.

Stir in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer.

Return the browned steak pieces to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the meat.

Cover the skillet and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 1 ½ to 2 hours, or until the meat is tender.

Remove the bay leaf before serving. Enjoy the Swiss Steak hot, with your choice of side dish.

How to Prepare

Begin by preheating your oven to 325°F (165°C). Prepare your steak by cutting it into serving-sized pieces. Combine the flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish and coat each piece of steak thoroughly. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then brown the steak on both sides. Once browned, set the steak aside.

In the same skillet, add sliced onions, minced garlic, and chopped green bell pepper. Sauté the vegetables until they are softened and fragrant. Stir in diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, thyme, and a bay leaf. Bring this mixture to a simmer, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Return the steak to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce. Ensure the meat is well-coated with the sauce. Cover the skillet and transfer it to the preheated oven. Let it bake for 1 ½ to 2 hours, checking occasionally to ensure the meat remains submerged in the sauce. Once the steak is tender, remove the bay leaf and serve the dish hot with your preferred side.

Preparation Time

Preparation: 20 minutes

Cooking: 1 ½ to 2 hours

Total Time: Approximately 2 hours 20 minutes