Herb-Crusted Pan-Seared Cube Steak with Mushroom Gravy
Affordable cube steak coated in a crispy herb crust, served with a rich mushroom gravy made from pan drippings. This american-inspired beef ready in about 25 minutes pairs cube steak, all-purpose flour, fresh parsley for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb cube steak
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 8 oz mushrooms
- 1/2 cup bone broth
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat cube steak dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Combine 3 tbsp all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves in a shallow dish.
- Step 2: Dredge each steak in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Heat 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add steaks and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Step 3: Remove steaks and set aside. Add 8 oz sliced mushrooms and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until mushrooms are golden and release liquid. Pour in 1/2 cup bone broth, scraping up browned bits, and simmer for 3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 4: Return steaks to the skillet, spooning gravy over top. Cook for 1 more minute to heat through. Serve immediately with extra herbs for garnish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Crusted Pan-Seared Cube Steak with Mushroom Gravy take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herb-Crusted Pan-Seared Cube Steak with Mushroom Gravy?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cube steak from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Crusted Pan-Seared Cube Steak with Mushroom Gravy?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herb-Crusted Pan-Seared Cube Steak with Mushroom Gravy for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Herb-Crusted Pan-Seared Cube Steak with Mushroom Gravy?
American beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
