Steak and Dumplings
Cubed steak and dumplings is often enjoyed during family gatherings, cozy evenings spent at home, or on a chilly day when comfort food is a must. The dish embodies warmth and togetherness, making it a staple in many households. While it may have regional variations, each version expresses the love and care that goes into home cooking.
Served either in the pot it was cooked in or plated with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a touch of color, cubed steak and dumplings is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. It invites you to slow down and savor each bite, celebrating the simple joys of a home-cooked meal. With its hearty ingredients and satisfying flavors, this dish truly delivers a sense of nostalgia and satisfaction that keeps families coming back for more. Indulge in the deliciousness of cubed steak and dumplings, and let it bring warmth and comfort to your dining table.
Served either in the pot it was cooked in or plated with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a touch of color, cubed steak and dumplings is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. It invites you to slow down and savor each bite, celebrating the simple joys of a home-cooked meal. With its hearty ingredients and satisfying flavors, this dish truly delivers a sense of nostalgia and satisfaction that keeps families coming back for more. Indulge in the deliciousness of cubed steak and dumplings, and let it bring warmth and comfort to your dining table.
RECIPE
Ingredients
- ONION (CHOPPED)
- CORN OR VEGETABLE OIL
- 3 CUPS BEEF STOCK
- 5 CUPS WATER
- 2 TBSP. BEEF BOUILLON GRANULES OR 1 TBSP. DALE SEASONING
- 1.5 LB CUBED STEAK (CUT 1” WIDE PIECES)
- SALT & PEPPER
- ONION POWDER
- ROASTED GARLIC POWDER (BIDIA)
- SELF-RISING FLOUR
- DUMPLINGS
- Make dumplings first and have them handy.
- In a large skillet, preheat 1” of vegetable or corn oil on medium heat. Add chopped onion and fry until golden brown. Take out and set aside.
- In a large pot, put in your bouillon, water, stock and cover. Bring it to a boil. While you are waiting on the stock to boil cut your steak into pieces and place in glass pie plates. Sprinkle steak with salt, pepper, onion, and garlic powder. Now coat it well with flour by pressing it on well with fingers.
- Drop a test piece of steak into skillet and when it sizzles well, drop the rest. Deep fry steak pieces 4 minutes or until golden brown.
- Take out and put on paper towel lined plate. In broth pot, drop dumplings in broth after it comes to a good boil. Add fried steak & onions. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes before serving. Stir frequently to keep dumplings from sticking to bottom of pot. Can thicken the broth with Wondra flour if desired.