Old Fashioned Swiss Steak Recipe

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Old Fashioned Swiss Steak is a classic comfort food that’s perfect for family dinners. This recipe takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes to make and serves 6 people. The tender steak is smothered in a rich tomato and mushroom gravy that will make your mouth water.

You’ll love how easy this dish is to prepare. The meat becomes so soft it almost melts in your mouth. With simple ingredients like cubed steak, veggies, and beef broth, you can create a hearty meal that everyone will enjoy. Serve it over mashed potatoes or rice for a filling and delicious dinner.

Exact Ingredients List

Here’s what you’ll need to make this tasty Old Fashioned Swiss Steak:

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
• 2 pounds cubed steak
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Pinch of celery seed (optional)
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

This recipe serves 6 people. You can easily double the ingredients if you’re cooking for a bigger group.

Make sure to have all these items ready before you start cooking. It’ll make the process much smoother!

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F. Mix flour, salt, pepper, and garlic in a big plastic bag. Add steak pieces and shake to coat them well.

Heat oil in a heavy pot over medium-high heat. Brown the steaks on both sides, then set them aside.

Lower the heat to medium. Add onion, celery, bell pepper, and mushrooms to the pot. Cook for 6-7 minutes until soft. Add garlic and tomato paste, cooking for 1 more minute.

Pour in tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, sugar, and celery seed. Scrape the bottom to get all the tasty bits. Put the steaks back in, making sure they’re covered by the gravy.

Cover the pot and bake for 1.5 to 2 hours. The meat should be really tender. Take the pot out and move it to the stove. Put the steaks on a plate.

Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Stir this into the gravy. Heat it up, stirring all the time, until it gets thick.

Serve your steaks with the yummy gravy. They go great with mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice. Enjoy your meal!

Possible Substitutes List

Don’t have all the ingredients for Old Fashioned Swiss Steak? No worries! Here are some easy swaps you can make:

• Meat: Try chuck roast or top round steak instead of cubed steak.

• Veggies: Swap bell peppers for carrots or zucchini. Use red onions in place of yellow.

• Mushrooms: Any type works – white button, portobello, or shiitake.

• Tomatoes: Fresh diced tomatoes can replace canned. Or use tomato sauce.

• Broth: Chicken or vegetable broth work too.

• Herbs: Rosemary or oregano can sub for thyme.

• Flour: Use cornstarch or arrowroot to thicken the gravy.

• Oil: Any neutral oil like canola or grapeseed is fine.

Can’t find Worcestershire sauce? Mix soy sauce, vinegar, and a pinch of sugar.

No Dutch oven? A large oven-safe pot or slow cooker will do the trick.

Remember, cooking is flexible. Feel free to play around with flavors you like!

How To Make It Diabetes-Friendly

To make this Swiss Steak recipe more diabetes-friendly, you can make a few simple changes. Start by using lean beef instead of regular cubed steak. This cuts down on saturated fat.

Replace the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour or almond flour. These options have more fiber and fewer carbs. You can also skip the flour coating entirely if you prefer.

Cut back on the oil used for browning. Try using just 2 tablespoons instead of 1/4 cup. A non-stick pan can help reduce the need for oil too.

Leave out the sugar in the recipe. The natural sweetness from the tomatoes and vegetables is enough. If you want to thicken the sauce without cornstarch, try pureeing some of the cooked vegetables.

Serve your Swiss Steak with non-starchy veggies like green beans or broccoli instead of mashed potatoes or rice. This lowers the overall carb content of your meal.

Remember to watch your portion sizes. A 3-4 ounce serving of meat is a good goal for most people with diabetes.

Tips, Tricks & Storing

For the best Swiss steak, pick a tough cut of beef like round steak or chuck. These cuts become tender when cooked slowly.

Make sure to brown the meat well before adding the other ingredients. This step adds lots of flavor to the dish.

You can make this recipe in a slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.

To thicken the gravy, mix 2 tablespoons each of water and cornstarch. Stir this into the hot gravy at the end of cooking.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove.

You can freeze Swiss steak for up to 3 months. Let it cool first, then put it in a freezer-safe container. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Serve your Swiss steak over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice. Add a side of veggies for a complete meal.

Try adding different veggies to the gravy. Carrots or zucchini work well too.