The Mystery Chef’s Swiss Steak

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 12

The Mystery Chef's Swiss Steak is a classic dish that's hearty and delicious

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hours 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

469

Sugar

Fat

24g

The Mystery Chef's Swiss Steak is a classic American dish that has been around for generations. It's a steak recipe that's cooked in a tomato-based sauce, giving it a slightly sweet and tangy flavor. The meat is tender and melts in your mouth after being slow-cooked in the oven for 2 hours. This dish is perfect for a cozy night in when you're craving something hearty and satisfying.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2.	Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3.	Season the steaks with salt and pepper, then coat them lightly in flour.
4.	Add the steaks to the skillet and brown on both sides.
5.	Remove steaks from the skillet and set aside.
6.	Add the onions to the skillet and cook until translucent.
7.	Add the canned tomatoes, water, salt, and pepper to the skillet, and stir to combine.
8.	Put the steaks back into the skillet, cover with the tomato mixture, and bake in the oven for 2 hours.

PROS

The Mystery Chef’s Swiss Steak is a simple yet flavorful recipe that’s perfect for a cozy night in.

The meat becomes tender and juicy after being cooked in the tomato sauce for a long period of time,
making it a hearty and satisfying dish.

CONS

This recipe takes a bit of time to prepare and cook, as it requires 2 hours of baking in the oven.

It’s also not the healthiest option due to the amount of red meat and canned tomatoes used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While The Mystery Chef’s Swiss Steak may not be the healthiest recipe out there, it does contain some nutritional value.
The steak is high in protein, iron, and vitamin B12.
The canned tomatoes used in the recipe are a good source of vitamin C and lycopene, which has been linked to reducing the risk of certain cancers.

	2 2 lbs flank steaks or 2 lbs sirloin steaks , about 1 to 2 inches thick
	1 can tomatoes
	3 tablespoons olive oil
	2 medium onions , sliced
	1 cup water
	1/2 cup flour
	salt & freshly ground black pepper