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Crock Pot Cube Steak is a delicious and easy recipe that allows you to cook tender and flavorful cube steak in a slow cooker. Serve with mashed potatoes or rice for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Cube steak is a budget-friendly cut of meat that can sometimes be tough, but when cooked in a crock pot, it becomes incredibly tender. The slow cooking process allows the steak to absorb the flavors of seasonings and sauces. This dish is perfect for busy families as it requires minimal preparation and can be left to cook throughout the day.
What is Cube Steak?
Cube steak is a type of beef that has been tenderized by pounding with a meat tenderizer. This creates small indentations on the surface of the meat, giving it a cube-like appearance and hence the name “cube steak.” It is typically made from top round or top sirloin cuts of beef.
Crock Pot Cube Steak Ingredients
To make easy slow cooker cube steak with gravy, you will need the following ingredients (go to the recipe below for exact quantities and instructions):
- Cubed steak: For an extra burst of flavor, consider browning the cubed steak in a hot skillet before adding it to the crockpot. You can use other cuts of beef, such as stew meat or sirloin steak. Just keep in mind that different cuts may require you to adjust the cooking time to ensure tenderness.
- Brown gravy mix
- BBQ Sauce
- Beef stock
- Cornstarch: If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can increase the amount of cornstarch in the slurry.
- Water
- Half and half
- Fresh parsley
How to Make Slow Cooker Cubed Steak
- Add the cube steaks to your crockpot.
- In a small bowl mix the brown gravy mix, BBQ sauce and beef stock. Pour the mixture in the crockpot on top of the beef, gently mix.
- Cook cube steak for 4 hours on high or 8 hours on low.
- With one hour of cooking left, whisk together cornstarch and water, forming a slurry that will thicken the sauce. Add to the crockpot and stir.
- When the beef is cooked add the half and half at the last minute.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve.
Serving Suggestions
Serve cubed steak on a bed of steamed white rice, egg noodles, or paired with a side of creamy Instant Pot Garlic Mashed Potatoes. Add a burst of color to your meal by serving roasted carrots or green beans alongside the Crockpot Cubed Steak.
Variations
- Add a kick to Crock Pot Cubed Steak by incorporating some heat. Mix in a teaspoon of chili powder or a dash of cayenne pepper to the sauce for a spicy twist. You can also garnish with sliced jalapeños for an extra burst of heat.
- Stir in a tablespoon of brown sugar or honey into the sauce mixture. The combination of sweet and savory is delicious.
- You can add some vegetables to the crockpot. Sliced bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms will complement the dish beautifully.
- Add a teaspoon of dried thyme, rosemary, or oregano to the sauce.
- Lipton onion soup mix is also a popular add-in.
Storage Instructions
Transfer it to an airtight container and consume within 3-4 days. the Crockpot Cubed Steak can be frozen for up to 3 months. Allow it to cool completely, place it in a freezer-safe container or freezer bags. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating. The texture of the meat may vary slightly upon reheating, but the flavor will remain intact.
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Crock Pot Cube Steak
Ingredients
- 2 lbs cubed steak about 3-4 pieces
- 2 oz brown gravy mix
- 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce
- 1 cup beef stock
- 3 Tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 Tablespoons water
- ½ cup half and half
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Add the cubed steaks to your crockpot.
- In a small bowl mix the brown gravy mix, BBQ sauce and beef stock. Pour the mixture in the crockpot on top of the beef, gently mix.
- Cook the cube steak for 4 hours on high or 8 hours on low.
- With one hour of cooking left, whisk together cornstarch and water, forming a slurry that will thicken the sauce (add more water as needed). Add to the crockpot and stir.
- When the beef is cooked add the half and half at the last minute.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve.
Nutrition
The nutrition information is calculated using online nutrition calculators and may not be accurate. It is provided as a general guide only.
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Emily Enchanted
Saturday 19th of August 2023
I love this recipe because it comes out perfect every time!