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Round Steak

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Round Steak: Budget-Friendly Delights

Discover how to create tender, flavorful round steak dishes that are budget-friendly and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 1 lb Round steak Look for bright red cuts with minimal fat.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; can substitute with garlic powder.
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil Can substitute with butter or vegetable oil.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow onions preferred.
  • 1 cup Baby carrots Frozen carrots are a quick substitute.
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Mushroom soup Use cream of chicken soup for a different flavor.
  • 2 medium Potatoes Yukon Gold potatoes lend a creamy texture.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Shallow Dish or Zip-Top Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the round steak against the grain into even pieces, about 1 inch thick.
  2. Combine minced garlic, olive oil, and seasoning in a bowl. Coat the steak evenly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and sear steak slices for 4-5 minutes on each side.
  4. Sauté diced onions and baby carrots in the same skillet for about 5 minutes until onions are soft.
  5. Stir in mushroom soup and simmer while scraping browned bits from the skillet for about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Return the sliced steak to the skillet and simmer on low for about 10 minutes.
  7. Serve the steak and sauce over creamy mashed potatoes or rice, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Cutting against the grain and proper marinating significantly enhance tenderness and flavor.

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