Swiss Steak

[nverland]

Swiss Steak
Prep Time 5 mins Cook Time 1 hr 5 mins Total Time 1 hr 10 mins Servings: - 4

Ingredients

2 -2.5-pound top round or bottom steak (1/2″ thickness.)
salt and pepper or Cajun seasoning
1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
3 tablespoons cooking oil
1 onion, roughly chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons minced thyme
1 teaspoon oregano
1 bay leaf
1/2 -1 cup puréed tomatoes or diced tomatoes
1-2 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1-2 cups water
1 small red or green bell pepper, sliced
2 tablespoon parsley, chopped (garnish)

Instructions

Pat dry steak on with a paper towel, then season with salt and Cajun seasoning.

In a medium bowl combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder.

Then coat with seasoned flour and shake off any excess.

Heat oil in a cast iron or skillet over medium-high heat; then fry steak on both sides until golden brown — about 6-7 minutes per side.

Remove beef from skillet and place on a plate.

Add onions to the skillet, then sauté for about 2-3 minutes. Followed by garlic, thyme, oregano, bay leaf and continue cooking for 3-5 more minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent any burns.

Next add tomatoes puree, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce and about 1 cup water. Cover and simmer for about 45 minutes.

Throw in bell pepper, and continue cooking until meat is tender.

Remove and serve warm. Spoon the sauce over the steak.