Here’s a simple and hearty Amish Poor Man’s Steak 🥩 recipe—a comforting, pan-fried beef dish served with a rich onion and gravy sauce:
Ingredients
- 500 g beef round steak or cube steak (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- 2–3 tbsp vegetable oil or butter
- 1 large onion (sliced)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp cornstarch or flour (for gravy)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef
- Mix flour, salt, pepper, and paprika on a plate.
- Dredge the beef slices in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Brown the Beef
- Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry beef slices for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the Onions
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced onions until soft and caramelized.
- Make the Gravy
- Add beef broth to the skillet with onions.
- Mix cornstarch or flour with a little water to make a slurry and stir into the skillet.
- Bring to a simmer, stirring until thickened.
- Combine Beef and Gravy
- Return beef to the skillet and cook for another 5–10 minutes until heated through and tender.
- Serve
- Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles.
✅ Tips:
- Pound the steak lightly if needed to make it more tender.
- Use leftover round steak if you want a truly budget-friendly version.
- For richer flavor, add a splash of soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce to the gravy.
I can also give a slow-cooker version that makes the beef super tender and flavorful if you want. Do you want me to share that?
