cube steak

Mechanically softened cut

Cube steak is a cut of beef that has been tenderized by pounding or running through a mechanical tenderizer, leaving a pattern of small indentations on the surface.

The tenderizing breaks down tough fibers, making cheaper cuts more palatable.

Cube steak is often breaded and pan-fried as chicken-fried steak: Mom made cube steak with gravy for dinner.

preparation

tenderized

Made meat less tough

poundedStruck hard, repeatedly
perforationsSeries of small holes
malletSoft-headed striking tool

hammer · flattened · marinade · fibers · soften · breaded · dredged · flour · seasoned · brined

meal

chicken-fried steak

Breaded beef cutlet, pan-fried

country-fried steakBreaded beef cutlet, pan-cooked
gravyThickened meat drippings
mashed potatoesPulverized cooked tubers

onions · comfort food · Southern · diner · supper · family dinner · plate · hearty · homestyle

cooking

pan-fry

Cook in shallow oil

searBurn the outside
sizzleSound of frying
skilletShallow pan for frying

oil · braise · browning · caramelization · crisp · golden · smoke · aroma · spatter · cast-iron

meat

beef

Bovine meat for eating

roundCurved like circle
chuckThrow carelessly or informally
sirloinUpper hindquarter beef cut

economical · protein · butcher · portion · chewy · savory · umami · lean · budget-friendly

cube steak

tenderized

chicken-fried steak

pan-fry

beef

cube steak

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