Have a Coffee With Your Swiss Steak (Crock Pot)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
A savory Swiss steak recipe cooked in a crockpot with the added depth of flavor from coffee
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

7-8 hours on low, 3-4 hours on high

Ready In

7-8 hours on low, 3-4 hours on high

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 -2 lb boneless beef round steak
2 onions , sliced
1 cup strong coffee
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano , crushed
2 tablespoons cold water
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon olive oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
320
Sugar
3g
Fat
13g
Swiss steak is a classic American dish that has been around for generations. It’s a perfect hearty meal with tender, slow-cooked steak in a rich tomato gravy. This recipe takes it to the next level by adding the depth of flavor from coffee. The coffee pairs perfectly with the beef and makes the dish even more savory. It’s a perfect crockpot recipe for those days when you don’t have much time to spend in the kitchen.

Instructions

1.Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2.Brown the steak on both sides, then place in the crockpot.
3.Add sliced onions, strong coffee, soy sauce, minced garlic, bay leaves, and crushed oregano to the crockpot.
4.Cook on low heat for 7-8 hours or high heat for 3-4 hours.
5.Remove the steak from the crockpot and set aside on a plate.
6.Remove bay leaves from the crockpot and discard.
7.In a small bowl, whisk together cold water and cornstarch until smooth.
8.Stir the cornstarch mixture into the liquid in the crockpot and cook on high heat for 10-15 minutes to thicken the sauce.
9.Slice the steak against the grain into serving portions and spoon the sauce over the top.
10.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This recipe is easy to make and delicious, with the added depth of flavor from coffee.

The slow cooking in the crockpot results in melt-in-your-mouth tender steak.

It’s a great option for a busy weeknight as you can leave it to cook all day.

This recipe is gluten-free and low-carb.

CONS

This recipe has a long cook time, which may not be convenient for everyone.

You may need to adjust the seasoning to suit your taste.

The outcome depends on the quality of the ingredients you use such as the beef

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is a good source of protein, iron, zinc, and vitamin B12.
The onions and garlic in this recipe may have anti-inflammatory properties.
The coffee in this recipe may improve cognitive function, boost metabolism, and provide antioxidants.

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