Description
Steak with Red Gravy is a budget-friendly, comfort food dinner made with tender steak simmered in a rich ketchup-based gravy.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 – 2 pounds round steak or ribeye
- 1 white onion, sliced thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 4 cups ketchup
- 1 1/2 cups water
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Trim the fat from the steak and cut into 3–4 inch pieces.
- Season the steak on all sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Dredge each piece lightly in flour.
- Heat the olive oil in a deep pot over medium-high heat.
- Sear the steak on all sides until a crust forms. Do not overcrowd the pot—work in batches if needed. Remove the seared steak and set aside.
- Add the onions to the same pot and cook for 2 minutes until just softened.
- Stir in the ketchup and water, scraping up any browned bits.
- Nestle the seared steak back into the pot with its juices.
- Partially cover and simmer over low heat until the steak is fork-tender, about 1 1/2 – 2 hours.
- Stir often to ensure nothing is sticking to the bottom.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
- ENJOY!
Notes
- Do not skip the searing—it builds flavor for the gravy.
- Adjust the gravy thickness by adding more water, if needed.
- For extra richness, add a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce or a splash of red wine.
- If using ribeye, shorten the cooking time slightly as it is more tender than round steak.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: American