Smothered Swiss Steak

Indulge in the hearty comfort of Smothered Swiss Steak, a classic dish featuring tender, oven-braised beef round steak smothered in a savory tomato-based sauce brimming with onions, green bell peppers, and celery. This recipe combines simple pantry staples like Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, and aromatic spices like thyme and paprika to create layers of rich, home-cooked flavor. Perfectly seasoned and slow-cooked to fork-tender perfection, this dish is ideal for a cozy family dinner. Serve it over creamy mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or buttered noodles for a soul-satisfying meal that’s sure to impress. With just 20 minutes of prep and 90 minutes of hands-off baking, this one-pot wonder is as convenient as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef round steak
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 2 celery stalks
• 2 cloves garlic
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).

Step 2

Trim any excess fat from the round steak, and cut the meat into 4 equal portions.

Step 3

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Dredge the steak pieces in the flour mixture, coating both sides, and shake off any excess.

Step 4

In a large, oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Brown the steak pieces for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the steak and set aside.

Step 5

Slice the onion into thin half-moons, cut the bell pepper into strips, and thinly slice the celery. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the onion, bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes over medium heat until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and parsley. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Return the browned steak pieces to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce and vegetable mixture.

Step 9

Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven.

Step 10

Bake for 1.5 hours, or until the steak is fork-tender.

Step 11

Carefully remove the skillet from the oven. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 12

Serve the smothered Swiss steak hot, spooning the rich sauce and vegetables over the top. Enjoy over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2375.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2345.3

Total Fat 81.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.3g
Cholesterol 771.1mg	0%
Sodium 7932.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 103.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 30.4g
Protein 290.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 390.0mg	0%
Iron 37.3mg	0%
Potassium 6085.7mg	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: 31.7%

Protein: 50.4%

Carbs: 17.9%