Round Steak Recipes

Round Steak and Mushrooms is a favorite with fork-tender beef in a delicious mushroom & onion gravy!

When you’re in the mood for cozy and hearty this recipe fits the bill. Spoon it over mashed potatoes or noodles.

Beef is a favorite for comfort food from a Classic Beef Stew (or even Beef Bourguignon) to a simple Mushroom Salisbury Steak recipe.

When it comes to old-fashioned, down-home cooking, our Round Steak and Gravy recipe really hits a home run!

ROUND STEAK It’s an inexpensive cut of meat, but that doesn’t mean it has to be tough. The key is to cook it very low and slow (just like when making Swiss Steak).

If possible choose either beef round tip or preferably, the top round, which is the tenderest portion of the round.

MUSHROOMS & ONIONS Fried mushrooms and onions make the gravy so savory, especially slow-cooked in the oven right with the beef!

BROTH Beef broth is combined together with Worcestershire sauce and thyme leaves. It’s tasty gravy perfection!

round steak recipes

Round Steak and Mushrooms

round steak recipes

This round steak & mushrooms recipe combines steak with a mushroom & onion gravy, perfect for a family dinner!

Prep: 20min

Total: 170min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 458 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 56 g, Fat 18 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 143 mg, Sodium 399 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds round steak
  • salt & pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 ounces mushrooms (sliced)
  • 1 onion (diced)
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 ¼ cups beef broth (low sodium)
  • ½ teaspoon thyme leaves
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Instruction:

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F.
  2. Using the textured side of a meat mallet, pound meat to ½″ thickness. Season steaks with salt & pepper.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat in a dutch oven. Brown steaks on each side (adding additional olive oil if needed). Remove from pan and set aside.
  4. Add mushrooms, onions, and 1 tablespoon butter. Cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add steaks back to the pan. Combine remaining ingredients except cornstarch and pour over steaks. Cover and bake for 2 ½-3 hours or until fork tender.
  6. Remove steaks from the liquid and set aside. Whisk cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water until smooth. Bring cooking liquid to a boil and while whisking, add cornstarch mixture a little bit at a time to reach desired thickness.
  7. Serve over mashed potatoes.

Instant Pot Round Steak & Gravy

round steak recipes

A simple old fashioned recipe made modern by using the instant pot instead of having it cook low and slow in the crock pot or oven. Delicious served with mashed potatoes or buttered egg noodles.

Prep: 15min

Total: 35min

Ingredients:

  • Ingredients
  • 4 to 6 slices of Round Steak
  • 2 Pouches of Onion Gravy
  • 2 C of Hot Water
  • 1 Medium Yellow Onion, Sliced
  • 3 Cloves of Garlic, Peeled and Smashed
  • 2 T of Butter

Instruction:

  1. Use a skillet and 1 T of butter to sear off both sides of your round steak. I only cooked these on each side for 2 to 3 minutes.
  2. In your Instant Pot, sauté the onions and the garlic in 1 T of Butter.
  3. Add the slices of meat to the pot.
  4. Add the two pouches of the gravy to 2 C of hot water and dissolve.
  5. Pour over the meat and onions.
  6. Set your Instant Pot to the meat setting and cook on high pressure for 20 minutes.
  7. Release the steam and you are ready to serve.

Betty’s Pounded Round Steak with Onion Mushroom Gravy

FAQ

What is the best way to cook round steak so it is tender?

Lack of fat and marbling makes round dry out when cooked with dry-heat cooking methods like roasting or grilling, so this cut is best suited for slow cooking methods with gentle, moist heat. The low-and-slow cooking process helps to tenderize the meat, maintain its moisture, and result in fork tender steaks.

What is a round steak good for?

Round Steak is a deliciously tasty and lean cut that is ideal for either braising or pan-frying. While traditionally used for stews and casseroles, our Round Steak prepared together with peppers and onions is a fantastic, slow-cooked way to prepare this cut of beef.

How does Gordon Ramsay cook round steak?

Round Steak should be cooked low and slow to be more tender.

TOO fast or too hot with result in a tough meat.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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