Classic Cube Steak with Savory Onion Gravy
Traditional dish · American
Tender, pan-fried cube steak smothered in a rich, homemade onion gravy. A comforting and classic Southern dish.
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Ingredients
- Cube steak4 (4-6 oz each)
- All-purpose flour1/2 cup
- Onion1 large, thinly sliced
- Beef broth2 cups
- Butter2 tablespoons
- Vegetable oil2 tablespoons
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Water1/4 cup (optional, for thinning gravy)
Steps
- 1
Season cube steaks generously with salt and pepper. Dredge each steak in flour, shaking off excess.
- 2
Heat vegetable oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear cube steaks for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove steaks from skillet and set aside.
- 3
Add sliced onions to the same skillet and sauté until softened and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Sprinkle remaining flour over the onions and stir for 1 minute to cook the raw flour taste.
- 5
Gradually whisk in beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook until the gravy thickens, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If gravy is too thick, whisk in a little water.
- 6
Return the cube steaks to the skillet, nestling them into the gravy. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until steaks are tender.
- 7
Serve cube steaks hot, topped with the onion gravy.
