Poor Man Cubed Steak

Poor Man’s Cubed Steak is a budget-friendly and simple dish that typically uses ground meat instead of more expensive cubed steak. Here’s a basic recipe for you:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cups beef or chicken broth (for gravy)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Meat Mixture:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well combined.

2. Shape and Coat:

• Shape the meat mixture into oval-shaped patties, similar to traditional cubed steaks.
• Coat each patty in flour, shaking off any excess.

3. Cook the Patties:

• In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
• Brown the patties on both sides, cooking them until they are cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.

4. Make Gravy:

• Once the patties are cooked, remove them from the skillet and set them aside.
• In the same skillet, add a bit more flour if needed and stir to create a roux.
• Gradually whisk in the beef or chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
• Simmer the gravy until it thickens to your desired consistency.

5. Serve:

• Place the cooked patties back into the skillet with the gravy, letting them simmer for a few minutes to soak up the flavors.
• Serve the Poor Man’s Cubed Steak over mashed potatoes or rice, spooning the gravy on top.

Feel free to customize the seasoning and adjust the thickness of the gravy according to your preferences. This budget-friendly dish is a comforting and hearty meal that’s easy to make.