Braised Steak & Onion with Dumplings

Braised Steak & Onion with Dumplings

Introduction

There’s something deeply comforting about a slow-cooked braised steak smothered in rich onion gravy. This recipe is a true family classic, passed down from Nana, and it’s the kind of meal that warms both the stomach and the heart. Tender chunks of chuck steak are slowly braised with sweet, caramelized onions and a flavorful gravy, then paired with soft, fluffy dumplings that soak up all that savory goodness. Perfect for cozy dinners, this dish brings the whole family together around the table.

Ingredients

For the Braised Steak & Onion:

• 1 kg (2.2 lb) chuck steak, cut into cubes
• 2 cups (480 ml) reduced-salt beef stock
• 1 tbsp beef stock powder
• 2 tbsp Gravox onion gravy powder
• 1 tbsp Italian herbs
• 3 onions, chopped into quarters
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• 2 tbsp butter
• 4 tbsp tomato sauce
• 4 tbsp BBQ sauce
• Plain flour, for dusting
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• Oil, for browning

For the Dumplings:

• 1 cup (125 g) self-raising flour
• 1 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp milk
• 1 egg, beaten

Directions