👉 Ingredients & Their Roles

• 🔹 2 lbs bottom or top round steak – Turns incredibly tender when slow-cooked.
• 🔹 Kosher salt & black pepper – Enhance natural beef flavor.
• 🔹 ½ cup all-purpose flour – Helps brown the steak and thickens the sauce.
• 🔹 Vegetable oil – For deep, even browning.
• 🔹 1 yellow onion – Adds sweetness.
• 🔹 3 carrots – Bring natural balance and color.
• 🔹 3 garlic cloves – Boost aroma and depth.
• 🔹 2 tbsp tomato paste – Provides concentrated richness.
• 🔹 Beef broth – Creates a savory base.
• 🔹 Diced tomatoes – Add acidity and body.
• 🔹 Worcestershire sauce – Classic umami enhancer.
• 🔹 Marjoram, thyme & paprika – Earthy notes that complete the flavor profile.

👉 Step-by-Step Instructions

🔹 1. Prepare the Steak

• ◾️ Season well with salt and pepper.
• ◾️ Dredge lightly in flour, shaking off the excess.

🔹 2. Brown the Steak

• ◾️ Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
• ◾️ Sear each side until a golden crust forms (about 4–5 minutes per side). Work in batches if needed.
• ◾️ Remove browned steak and set aside.

🔹 3. Sauté the Vegetables

• ◾️ In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and carrots; cook ~5–6 minutes until softened.
• ◾️ Add garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.

🔹 4. Build the Sauce

• ◾️ Stir in tomato paste and cook 1–2 minutes to deepen flavor.
• ◾️ Add beef broth, diced tomatoes (with juices), Worcestershire sauce, marjoram, thyme, and paprika. Stir to combine.

🔹 5. Simmer to Perfection

• ◾️ Return the browned steak to the pot, nestling it into the sauce and vegetables.
• ◾️ Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook 1½–2 hours until fork-tender.
• ◾️ Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

👉 Why This Recipe Is Loved

• ✅ Uses simple, budget-friendly ingredients.
• ✅ Comforting, nostalgic, and deeply flavorful.
• ✅ Slow braising guarantees tenderness every time.

👉 Pro Tips for Perfect Swiss Steak

• ◾️ Don’t skip the browning—that crust builds the backbone of the dish’s flavor.
• ◾️ If the sauce reduces too far, add a splash of extra beef broth to loosen it.
• ◾️ For more depth, use fire-roasted tomatoes or brown the tomato paste a little longer.

👉 Serving Suggestions

Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or with crusty bread—perfect for soaking up the rich tomato gravy.