Pioneer Woman Swiss Steak Recipe
If you love hearty comfort food, the Pioneer Woman Swiss Steak Recipe is perfect. This dish has tender beef cooked in a rich tomato sauce with onions and bell peppers. It is easy to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 beef round steaks about 1 inch thick
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion sliced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Beef
- Pat steaks dry and season with salt, pepper and paprika. Lightly coat with flour.
Heat the Oil
- Add vegetable oil to a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Brown the Steaks
- Sear steaks for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
Cook Onions and Peppers
- Add sliced onions, bell peppers and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes until soft.
Add Tomatoes and Broth
- Stir in diced tomatoes, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well to combine.
Return Steaks to Skillet
- Place browned steaks into the sauce, making sure they are mostly covered.
Simmer the Steaks
- Cover skillet with lid. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour until beef is tender.
Check Seasoning
- Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper if needed before serving.
Serve and Garnish
- Plate the steaks and spoon the sauce over them. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use round or chuck steaks for tender beef.
- Brown steaks properly for extra flavor.
- Simmer slowly to make the beef tender.
- Cover skillet to keep sauce moist and rich.
- Serve immediately for best taste and texture.