Hamdi Saidani This Pioneer Woman Crock Pot Swiss Steak is a tender and savory recipe, which is made with round steak and carrots. It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, ready in about 8 to 10 hours.
Pioneer Woman Crock Pot Swiss Steak Ingredients
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 ½ pounds round steak, cut into small pieces
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 carrots, shredded
- 2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with juice
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, or to taste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
How To Make Pioneer Woman Crock Pot Swiss Steak
- Dredge the Steak: In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge the pieces of round steak in the flour mixture to give them a light coating.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the celery, onion, and shredded carrots and cook for about 5 minutes, until they are tender.
- Sear the Steak: Add the coated steak pieces to the skillet with the vegetables. Cook and stir for about 5 more minutes, until the steak is lightly browned on all sides.
- Combine in Slow Cooker: Transfer the entire steak and vegetable mixture from the skillet to a slow cooker. Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juice, the brown sugar, and the Worcestershire sauce.
- Slow Cook Until Tender: Cover the slow cooker and cook on the LOW setting for 8 to 10 hours, until the steak is very tender and easily falls apart.
Recipe Tips
- How do you get the most tender steak? The key is the low and slow cooking method. Round steak is a lean, tough cut, and cooking it on the LOW setting for the full 8-10 hours is essential to break down the connective tissues and make it perfectly tender.
- Do I have to brown the meat and vegetables first? Yes, this step is highly recommended. Sautéing the vegetables and searing the steak in the skillet before slow cooking creates a deep, caramelized flavor base that you can’t achieve by just dumping the raw ingredients into the pot.
- How can I thicken the sauce? This recipe creates a delicious, tomato-based gravy. If you prefer it thicker, you can make a slurry by whisking 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water. Stir this into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking on the HIGH setting.
- What cut of meat is best? Round steak is the classic choice for Swiss steak because it’s an economical cut that becomes incredibly tender with slow cooking. A chuck steak, cut into pieces, would also be a fantastic substitute.
What To Serve With Crock Pot Swiss Steak
This is a classic comfort food main dish that is perfect served over something that can soak up all the rich, savory gravy. Excellent choices include:
- Creamy Mashed Potatoes
- Buttered Egg Noodles
- Fluffy white rice
- A side of crusty bread for dipping
How To Store Crock Pot Swiss Steak
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The flavor is often even better the next day.
- Freeze: Allow the Swiss steak to cool completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Crock Pot Swiss Steak Nutrition Facts
- Serving: 1 serving
- Calories: 246kcal
- Fat: 11g
- Carbs: 19g
- Protein: 17g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
What is u0022Swiss Steaku0022? Does it come from Switzerland?
The name u0022Swiss Steaku0022 has nothing to do with Switzerland. It refers to the process of u0022swissing,u0022 which is a method of tenderizing meat by pounding it or rolling it. In this recipe, the long, slow cooking process is what tenderizes the tough cut of beef.
Why is my steak still tough after 8 hours?
A tough steak almost always just needs more time. All slow cookers can vary slightly in temperature. If your steak isn’t fall-apart tender, just put the lid back on and let it continue cooking on LOW, checking for tenderness every 45-60 minutes.
Can I add mushrooms to this recipe?
Yes, absolutely. Sliced mushrooms would be a wonderful addition. You can sauté them along with the onions, celery, and carrots in the first step.
Try More Pioneer Woman Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman Crock Pot Ham Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Sirloin Tip Roast Crock Pot Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Instant Pot Pork Carnitas Recipe
Pioneer Woman Crock Pot Swiss Steak Recipe
Description
A classic comfort food dish featuring fall-apart tender round steak and vegetables slow-cooked in a rich and savory tomato gravy.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Dredge the steak pieces in a mixture of flour, salt, and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat oil and sauté the celery, onion, and carrots for 5 minutes until tender.
- Add the coated steak to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes until lightly browned.
- Transfer the entire steak and vegetable mixture to a slow cooker.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 10 hours, until the steak is very tender.
Notes
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