This Slow Cooker Swiss Steak turns an inexpensive cut of meat into tender pieces of meat coated in a rich tomato sauce flavored with garlic, onion, and green pepper. Makes a great family meal.

What Is Swiss Steak"

Swiss steak has nothing to do with Switzerland. The term “swiss” refers to the method by which the steak is cooked. Typically the meat is pounded to tenderize it. It is then browned in some oil and braised in tomato sauce.

Why Cook Swiss Steak in a Slow Cooker"

Typically Swiss Steak is braised in a pot on the stove, but it really does well in the slow cooker. Slow cookers are known for being good at turning chewy, inexpensive cuts of meat into wonderfully tender meat. If you are looking for a stovetop recipe, here is my other favorite Swiss Steak recipe.
What Type of Meat to Use

Typically Swiss Steak is made with an inexpensive cut of meat. I like to use cubed steak. Cubed steak is either top round or top sirloin that has been tenderized. Pounding leaves indentations in the meat which give it the name “cubed steak”. It’s perfectly acceptable to buy top round or top sirloin and tenderize it yourself, but store bought cubed steak is pretty inexpensive.

How Long To Cook

You first brown the steak in a skillet and then it needs to slow cook for 5 to 6 hours on LOW or 3 to 4 hours on HIGH. It should be fall apart tender at the end of cooking time.

Is This Dish Spicy"

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