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Instant Pot Cube Steak Recipe
Modified: April 3, 2024
This cube steak recipe is my go-to for a hearty meal. I love how the instant pot tenderizes the steak, and the onion gravy is just the cherry on top. It's comfort food at its finest!
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Hey there! Picture me in my cozy kitchen, whipping up this tasty instant pot cube steak. It's savory, melt-in-your-mouth good, and smells divine. Trust me, once you've had a taste of this easy-to-make dish, you'll want to make it part of your weekly menu. Let's get you hooked on this magical recipe!
Ingredients for Delicious Cube Steak in the Instant Pot
- Cube steaks: Tender cuts of beef that cook quickly and absorb flavors well, perfect for a hearty and satisfying meal.
- Onion: Adds a sweet and savory depth to the dish, enhancing the overall flavor profile of the cube steak recipe.
- Beef broth: Infuses rich umami taste and moisture into the dish, creating a flavorful base for the cube steaks.
- Garlic powder: Provides a robust and aromatic flavor, enhancing the savory notes of the cube steaks in the instant pot.
- Onion powder: Adds a subtle onion flavor without the texture, blending well with other seasonings for a balanced taste.
- Olive oil: Used for browning the cube steaks and sautéing the onions, adding a rich flavor to the dish.
- All-purpose flour: Coats the cube steaks for browning and helps thicken the gravy, creating a velvety texture in the dish.
One interesting fact about this instant pot cube steak recipe is that you can enhance the flavor by adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the beef broth before pressure cooking. It adds a subtle depth of umami that elevates the dish to a whole new level.
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Essential Tools for Making Cube Steak in Your Pressure Cooker
- Instant Pot: Essential for pressure cooking the cube steaks quickly and efficiently.
- Spatula: Needed for browning the cube steaks and stirring the ingredients in the Instant Pot.
Common Questions About Cooking Cube Steak in the Instant Pot
Serves: 4 people
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 cube steaks
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Instructions:
- Season the cube steaks with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge the steaks in flour, shaking off any excess.
- Turn on the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat the olive oil.
- Brown the cube steaks on both sides, then remove and set aside.
- Add the sliced onions to the Instant Pot and cook until softened.
- Pour in the beef broth and deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Return the cube steaks to the pot.
- Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes before manually releasing any remaining pressure.
- Serve the cube steaks with the onion gravy from the pot.
Nutritional value:
Per Serving in Calories: 350 kcal | Carbohydrates: 8 g | Protein: 30 g | Total Fat: 20 g | Saturated Fat: 6 g | Trans Fat: 0 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g | Cholesterol: 90 mg | Sodium: 600 mg | Dietary Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 2 g | Calcium: 50 mg | Potassium: 500 mg | Iron: 3 mg | Vitamin A: 100 µg | Vitamin C: 5 mg
Tips for Prepping and Storing Instant Pot Cube Steak
Make Ahead Instructions
- Prepare the cube steaks as directed in the recipe.
- Once cooked, let the cube steaks cool completely.
- Store the cube steaks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezing Instructions
- Cook the cube steaks according to the recipe and allow them to cool.
- Place the cube steaks in a freezer-safe container or bag, removing as much air as possible.
- Label the container with the date and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
