Smothered Round Steak

Experience the ultimate comfort food with this tender, flavorful Smothered Round Steak recipe. Perfectly pan-seared slices of round steak are simmered to fork-tender perfection in a rich, savory onion gravy made with beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of garlic. A dusting of paprika and black pepper lends a warm, smoky depth, while caramelized onions bring natural sweetness to the dish. This crowd-pleasing Southern classic is a comforting, one-pan wonder that takes just 15 minutes of prep and gently simmers to create a melt-in-your-mouth entrée. Ideal for pairing with creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or buttered noodles, it’s hearty, satisfying, and perfect for any weeknight dinner or Sunday supper. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and added freshness, and let this dish bring a cozy, home-cooked vibe straight to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds round steak
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Trim any excess fat from the round steak and cut it into 4-6 portions.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper, and paprika. Dredge each steak piece in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the dredged steak pieces to the skillet and brown them on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 4

Once the steak pieces are browned, remove them from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.

Step 5

Add the sliced onion to the same skillet and sauté until softened and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. Scrape the bottom of the skillet to deglaze and loosen any browned bits.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and return the browned steak pieces to the skillet, nestling them in the gravy and onions.

Step 8

Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer the steak on low heat for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the steak is fork-tender. Stir occasionally and add a bit more beef broth if the gravy becomes too thick.

Step 9

Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 10

Serve the smothered steak hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. It's perfect alongside mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1920.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2289.3

Total Fat 91.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.8g
Cholesterol 833.1mg	0%
Sodium 8725.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g	0%
Total Sugars 8.3g
Protein 286.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 288.7mg	0%
Iron 35.3mg	0%
Potassium 4777.5mg	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: 36.8%

Protein: 51.3%

Carbs: 11.9%