Cooking cube steak with flour is a classic method that results in a delicious and tender dish. Cube steak is typically a tough cut of meat that has been tenderized by pounding or running it through a mechanical tenderizer. Here's a simple recipe to cook cube steak with flour:
Ingredients:
- Cube steak (as many pieces as you need)
- All-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Onion powder and garlic powder (optional, for added flavor)
- Vegetable oil or butter for frying
- Beef broth (optional, for making gravy)
Instructions:
Prep the Cube Steak: Pat the cube steaks dry with paper towels. This helps the flour coating adhere better to the meat.
Season the Flour: In a shallow dish or plate, mix the all-purpose flour with a pinch of salt and pepper. You can also add some onion powder and garlic powder for extra flavor if you prefer.
Dredge the Steak: Coat each piece of cube steak in the seasoned flour, making sure to cover both sides thoroughly. Press the flour into the meat to help it stick.
Shake off Excess Flour: After dredging the cube steaks in the flour, shake off any excess flour to prevent a thick and pasty coating when cooking.
Heat the Cooking Oil or Butter: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil or melt butter over medium-high heat. You'll need enough oil or butter to cover the bottom of the pan generously.
Pan-Fry the Cube Steak: Once the oil or butter is hot, add the floured cube steaks to the pan in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until the coating is golden brown and crispy.
Drain and Rest: Once the cube steaks are cooked, remove them from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil or butter. Let the steaks rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Optional Gravy: To make a delicious gravy, you can use the pan drippings left in the skillet after frying the cube steaks. If there's a lot of oil, you can remove some to leave about 2-3 tablespoons. Add 2-3 tablespoons of flour to the drippings and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it forms a roux. Slowly whisk in beef broth until the desired thickness is reached. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving: Serve the cube steaks hot with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, vegetables, or biscuits. Pour the gravy over the steaks and sides if you made it.
Enjoy your delicious cube steak with flour, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside!