Have you ever been intrigued by the rich and delicious flavors of Swiss Steak? If you are a fan of Swiss cuisine, you know that Swiss steaks are slow cooked – usually in a slow cooker – to bring out the best of the flavors. Here’s a great recipe for making Swiss steak in a slow cooker – with a few amusing remarks.
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds of beef steak (your favorite cut)
- 1/4 cup of flour
- 1 tablespoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil or bacon grease
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup beef bouillon
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon of thyme leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon of marjoram leaves
- 1/2 cup of mushrooms, sliced (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Slice your beef steak into cubes of 2-inch thickness and toss them with the flour, salt and pepper.
Step 2: Heat the vegetable oil/bacon grease in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cubes of steak and brown them on both sides. Transfer them to your slow cooker.
Step 3: Add the onions and garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2 minutes until the onions become golden brown. Then add this to the slow cooker.
Step 4: In a small bowl, mix the beef bouillon, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, thyme and marjoram. Pour this mixture over the meat in the slow cooker and stir gently.
Step 5: Add the mushrooms to the slow cooker, if desired. Turn on the slow cooker to low heat and cook the Swiss steak for 8 to 10 hours.
Step 6: Serve your Swiss steak with potatoes, fresh vegetables and a good Swiss beer. Enjoy!
So there you have it – something hearty and delicious, made with some of the most flavorful Swiss ingredients. Making Swiss steak in a slow cooker is a great way to feed friends and family and make them laugh with your funny comments. Bon appétit!