Saucy Sonoran Cube Steak

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with Saucy Sonoran Cube Steak, a mouthwatering Southwestern-inspired dish that combines tender, seared cube steaks with a bold, zesty tomato-based sauce. Infused with the smoky flavors of fire-roasted tomatoes, diced green chilies, and a hint of cumin, this recipe brings the heat without overwhelming the palate. The sauce, simmered to perfection with onion, garlic, and a squeeze of fresh lime, coats every bite with incredible depth and flavor. Ready in under an hour, this versatile dish is perfect served over fluffy rice, alongside beans, or tucked into warm tortillas for a complete Tex-Mex experience. Ideal for family meals or casual entertaining, this savory creation is sure to become a dinner staple!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces cube steaks
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoons paprika
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 14.5 ounces fire-roasted diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 4 ounces canned green chilies, diced
• 1 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 lime, juiced

Directions

Step 1

Pat the cube steaks dry with paper towels and set aside.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and paprika.

Step 3

Dredge each cube steak in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess, and set aside on a plate.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, sear the cube steaks in batches (if necessary) for about 2 minutes per side, just until browned. Remove the steaks from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium and add the diced yellow onion to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 7

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 8

Stir in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, diced green chilies, and chili powder. Mix well and bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 9

Return the seared cube steaks to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.

Step 10

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the steaks simmer gently for 25-30 minutes until tender. Stir occasionally, ensuring the steaks are evenly coated in the sauce.

Step 11

Stir in the lime juice and fresh cilantro during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Step 12

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or chili powder if needed.

Step 13

Serve the Saucy Sonoran Cube Steak hot with your choice of rice, beans, or warm tortillas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1571.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1729.2

Total Fat 102.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.2g
Cholesterol 280mg	0%
Sodium 4988.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 27.9g
Protein 106.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 244.6mg	0%
Iron 20.2mg	0%
Potassium 2793.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.6%

Protein: 24.0%

Carbs: 24.5%