Homestyle Braised Round Steak with Onion Gravy

Homestyle Braised Round Steak with Onion Gravy ingredients

• 2 lbs Beef Round Steak, cut into 4 serving pieces (about 1-inch thick)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cold water
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• for serving Mashed potatoes or egg noodles

How to make Homestyle Braised Round Steak with Onion Gravy

1. Pat the 2 lbs beef round steak pieces dry with paper towels. In a shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Dredge each steak piece thoroughly in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
2. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully add the floured steak pieces to the hot oil without overcrowding the pot; sear in batches if necessary.
3. Sear the steak for 3-4 minutes per side, until a deep golden-brown crust forms. Remove the seared steak to a plate and set aside.
4. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the 2 large thinly sliced yellow onions to the same pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Cook the onions, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes until they are softened and caramelized to a golden brown.
5. Pour in 4 cups beef broth and 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, stirring well to combine with the onions. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
6. Return the seared steak pieces to the pot, nestling them into the onion gravy. Ensure the steak is mostly submerged in the liquid. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.
7. Reduce the heat to low, or transfer the covered pot to a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C). Braise for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the steak is fork-tender and easily falls apart.
8. Once the steak is tender, carefully remove the steak pieces from the pot and set them aside on a plate, keeping them warm. Bring the gravy in the pot back to a simmer on the stovetop over medium heat.
9. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp all-purpose flour with 1/4 cup cold water to form a smooth slurry. Gradually whisk the slurry into the simmering gravy. Cook, stirring constantly, for 3-5 minutes, until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
10. Taste the onion gravy and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Carefully return the braised steak pieces to the gravy to warm through.
11. Serve the homestyle braised round steak hot with plenty of the rich onion gravy spooned over. It pairs wonderfully with creamy mashed potatoes or egg noodles. Garnish with 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley before serving.

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