This easy, low-carb main slow cooker cube steak is a one-pot wonder packed with robust flavor.
Slow cooker cube steak is cooked with celery, carrots, and onions, in a rich tomato sauce.
Why You Need This Slow Cooker Cube Steak Recipe
- Easy prep, slow cooker cube steak is a set-it-and-forget-it meal.
- Cube steaks in tomato sauce are made with wholesome ingredients you likely already have in the pantry.
- This recipe is endlessly versatile, it can be mixed and matched with other keto-friendly veggies.
Ingredients
Cube Steak: Cube steak (AKA cubed steak or minute steak) comes from the top or bottom round and is tenderized by a machine, giving it a cube-like appearance. A chuck steak can be used, just be sure to tenderize it with a meat mallet before cooking.
Vegetables: Celery, carrots, and onions make up the base of this delish dish. Use half the carrot for fewer carbs and add extra onions for the same sweetness.
Sauce: Two kinds of canned tomatoes, beef broth, and some seasonings infuse the steaks with flavor creating a savory gravy.
Variations
Mushrooms, cooked squash, spinach, broccoli, and cauliflower florets can be added to bulk up the dish if desired in Step 1. For a little heat, add some onion powder, paprika, and black pepper, or try adding a dash or two of homemade southwest seasoning. If desired, a handful of crumbled bacon and sliced green onions can be sprinkled on the finished dish.
How to Make Slow Cooker Cube Steak
- Place vegetables in slow cooker and top with seasoned cube steaks.
- Combine sauce ingredients in a bowl and pour over the steaks.
- Cover and cook until the steaks are fork-tender (recipe below).
- Serve over mashed or riced cauliflower and garnish with fresh parsley.
Tips for Success
- For extra tender cube steaks, pan-fry them on both sides in oil or bacon grease before adding them to the slow cooker. This is also an excellent way to prep them ahead of time.
- Thicken the sauce by making a slurry using a 1:1 ratio of water whisked with cornstarch. Stir the slurry into the sauce in Step 3.
Serving and Storing Cube Steak
- Serve this crockpot cube steak recipe with gravy over cauliflower mash instead of mashed potatoes, for low carb homestyle comfort food. Or have it on top of zucchini noodles, or cauliflower rice in place of white rice.
- Tasty side dishes include green beans and a simple cucumber radish salad and dinner is served!
- Keep leftover crock pot cube steak with the tomato sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Portions can be kept in zippered bags in the freezer for up to one month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating in the microwave, oven, or on the stove top.
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Slow Cooker Cube Steak
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds cube steaks
- 2 ribs celery cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 carrot cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium onion thinly sliced
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes 14 ounce can with juice
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic sliced
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add celery, carrot, and onion to a 6 quart slow cooker. Season the steaks with salt and pepper and place on top of the vegetables.
- In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, soy sauce, garlic, oregano. Pour over the steaks.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours or until steaks are fork tender.
- Serve over riced or mashed cauliflower.
Notes
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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