Smothered Steak & Cajun Gravy
Smothering meats in a savory gravy is a common cooking technique in Cajun country. Think of it as stove-top braising–the meat is deeply browned, and then gently simmered with aromatics and a bit of broth in a covered pan until the meat is fork tender and has created a rich, aromatic gravy. The method is perfect for inexpensive cuts of beef, like top sirloin, round steak, chuck steak, beef tips, top sirloin, cube steak, etc. Because this dish is all about the rich sauce, serve it Cajun-style, over steamed white rice that will soak up the savory juices, and a dash or two of hot sauce.
Smothered Steak & Cajun Gravy with Fat Granny Steak Seasoning
Servings
4-6
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
1-1 hour 30 minutes
Although rice is traditional, you could also serve the meat and gravy over mashed potatoes or noodles.
Ingredients
-
1 ½ - 2 lbs “gravy steak” such as top sirloin, round steak, chuck steak, beef tips, top sirloin, or cube steak
-
2 tablespoons Fat Granny Cajun seasoning, divided
-
¾ cup all-purpose flour
-
¼ cup vegetable oil
-
4 tablespoons (½ stick) unsalted butter
-
1 large onion, finely diced
-
1 medium green pepper, finely diced
-
1 stalk celery, finely diced
-
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
-
⅓ cup Sherry cooking wine
-
3 cups beef stock
-
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
-
3-4 dashes hot sauce, such as Louisiana or Crystal, as desired for heat
-
Steamed rice
-
Thinly sliced scallions
-
Chopped parsley
For serving
Directions
Slice the steak into ¼-inch slices and toss with 1 tablespoon Fat Granny Steak seasoning; set aside while you chop the vegetables.
When you’re ready to cook, heat the oil in a wide, deep skillet (that has a tight-fitting lid) over medium-high heat. Toss the steak slices with the all-purpose flour, shaking off excess (reserve flour for later use).
When the oil is hot and shimmering, add the steak in one layer and do not touch it for 3 minutes. Flip the meat, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until well browned, and then transfer the meat to a plate and set aside.
Drain the oil in the skillet and add the butter. When the butter melts, add the onion, bell pepper, and celery. Deglaze the pan with the cooking Sherry. Season with the remaining tablespoon of Fat Granny seasoning and sauté, stirring often, until the veggies soften, 6-7 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté an additional minute, and then add the reserved flour, and stir until the flour is no longer visible. Pour in the beef stock, Worcestershire, and hot sauce and bring the mixture to a lively simmer.
Return the steak back into the skillet, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1-1 ½ hours, or until the steak is fork tender. Taste and add additional salt, black pepper, and/or hot sauce as desired.
Allow the meat to rest for 10 minutes, and then serve over steamed rice, garnished with green onions and chopped parsley.
Recipe Note
Gravy beef is a cut that comes from three main areas: the hind leg and the front leg (also known as shin) plus the neck area. It is rich in flavor and is traditionally used with the bone in for excellent stews and soups.
Leave A Comment
More Recipes
Mashed Potatoes with Sour Cream and Herbs
There’s nothing complicated about making mashed potatoes, but a few key details will yield the creamiest, most flavorful results. First, bo...
Open-Faced Roast Beef Sandwich with Big Sunday Brown Gravy
Yes, they were born from leftovers, but don’t wait for the holidays to make a hot, open-faced sandwich topped with creamy mashed potatoes a...
Rotisserie Chicken & Big Gobbler Gravy
A store-bought rotisserie chicken saves the day–or dinner hour–any night of the week. Pair that chicken with homestyle sides like creamy ma...
Slayer Mashed Potatoes
Our potato-centric blend really shines in mashed potatoes. Particularly in this recipe, when the blend is heated with the butter and milk. ...
Italian Beef Sandwich with Big Dipper Au Jus
Whether you’re ravenous from binging the Hulu series “The Bear,” or simply craving a Chicago-style Italian beef sandwich, this recipe will ...