Amish Wedding Steak is a comforting, home-style dish that’s perfect for a special occasion or a hearty family meal. This recipe features tender beef steaks simmered in a rich gravy, typically served with mashed potatoes and vegetables.
📋 Ingredients:
For the Steaks:
🥩 4 beef cube steaks (about 1 1/2 pounds total)
🍚 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
🧂 1 tsp salt
🌶️ 1/2 tsp black pepper
🧂 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
🧈 2 tbsp unsalted butter
🛢️ 2 tbsp vegetable oil
For the Gravy:
🧅 1 medium onion, finely chopped
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🍚 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
🥛 2 cups beef broth
🍷 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
🍯 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
🧂 Salt and pepper, to taste
🌿 Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
📝 Directions:
- Prepare the Steaks:
- Season and Dredge: 🧂 In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using). Dredge each cube steak in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Cook the Steaks:
- Sear the Steaks: 🧈 In a large skillet, heat the butter and vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the steaks and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove the steaks from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Gravy:
- Sauté the Onions and Garlic: 🧅 In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the Flour: 🍚 Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic, stirring constantly to create a roux. Cook for about 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Add the Liquids: 🥛 Gradually whisk in the beef broth and white wine (if using), scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce. Cook, whisking frequently, until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer the Steaks:
- Combine: 🥩 Return the seared steaks to the skillet, nestling them into the gravy. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the steaks simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until tender and fully cooked through.
- Serve:
- Garnish and Serve: 🍽️ Transfer the steaks to a serving platter, spooning the gravy over the top. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with mashed potatoes, noodles, or your favorite side dishes.
🍽 Serve:
Enjoy your tender and flavorful Amish Wedding Steak, a comforting dish that’s perfect for a special occasion or a cozy family meal!
⏱ Preparation Time: 15 minutes
⏱ Cooking Time: 45 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 1 hour
🍽 Servings: 4 servings
🔥 Calories: 350 kcal per serving
💡 Notes:
- For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of heavy cream to the gravy just before serving.
- This dish pairs beautifully with buttered egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or a side of steamed vegetables.
Enjoy your hearty and delicious Amish Wedding Steak! 🥩✨