Description
Hearty crockpot swiss steak brings comfort straight from Midwestern kitchens to dinner tables. Tender beef medallions simmer in rich tomato sauce, offering home cooks a classic meal with minimal preparation effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 pounds beef round steak
Seasonings and Coating:
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Vegetables and Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 ounces) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Thoroughly coat beef steaks with seasoned flour mixture, ensuring complete coverage for enhanced flavor and texture.
- Heat skillet to medium-high and sear steaks until golden brown, creating a rich caramelized exterior on both sides.
- Layer sliced onions, chopped bell peppers, and minced garlic across bottom of crockpot, creating a flavorful vegetable base.
- Carefully arrange seared steaks atop the vegetable foundation, positioning them evenly in the slow cooker.
- Generously drench steaks with diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and sprinkle paprika across the surface for depth of flavor.
- Set crockpot to low temperature and allow meat to simmer slowly for 6-8 hours, transforming tough cuts into meltingly tender protein.
- Once cooking completes, gently transfer steaks and sauce to serving platter, accompanied by creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or tender egg noodles.
Notes
- Tenderize tough cuts by using flour coating, which helps break down meat fibers and creates a delicious golden crust.
- Choose chuck steak or round steak for budget-friendly and flavorful results that become incredibly soft during slow cooking.
- Boost umami flavor by adding a splash of red wine or a tablespoon of tomato paste to the sauce for deeper, richer taste profile.
- Create a gluten-free version by substituting all-purpose flour with cornstarch or almond flour, ensuring everyone can enjoy this comforting dish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (or 8 hours)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg