Craving Southern comfort food? This smothered steak is hearty, flavorful, and so satisfying. Perfectly cooked tender steak is covered in a rich, savory gravy that takes it to the next level. This dish is ready to enjoy in just 30 minutes!
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Keyword: Smothered Steak, Smothered steak recipe, Steak and gravy
Rub 4 round steaks, with Salt and pepper, and set aside. Heat 2 tablespoons unsalted butter and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Carefully place the steaks in the heated pan and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, undisturbed to create a nice crust on the steaks. Remove the steaks from the pan and set aside.
Add 1 cup diced onion, to the pan and cook until they are tender, scraping up any blackened bits from the pan as you cook.
Add 3 teaspoons minced garlic, to the pan and cook for 1 minute. Whisk 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour into the pan, creating a paste.
Slowly pour 2 cups beef broth into the paste mixture, whisking as you pour. Once all the broth has been incorporated, add 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce and 1 teaspoon soy sauce.
Place the steaks back in the pan with the gravy sauce and cook for an add 3-4 minutes, coating the steaks well in the gravy.
Season with additional salt and pepper to taste and serve!