Instructions

1. Rinse the round steak under cool running water and pat dry with a paper towel. Cut the round steak into the size you need using a knife and cutting board. For example, if making beef stew, cut into 1-inch cubes; if making Swiss steak, cut into four to six equal-size pieces.

2. Add flour and seasonings to a bowl. For every cup of flour add 2 tablespoons total of seasonings; options for the combined seasonings include onion powder, garlic powder, ground thyme, oregano flakes, dried basil, parsley, salt and ground black pepper. Lightly dredge the beef into the flour and shake off any excess. Repeat for all pieces of round steak.

3. Heat a large skillet on medium high heat. Add about 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to coat the surface of the skillet. Place the beef into the skillet once the oil in the skillet begins to shimmer. Lay the meat into the pan away from you to avoid splashes of hot oil.

4. Brown the beef for about five minutes or until a crust forms and the meat easily releases from the skillet. Use a pair of tongs to turn the round steak pieces. Use a sauteing motion or stir with a wooden spoon if using round steak cubes.

5. Brown the round steak for an additional five minutes or continue sauteing until the beef cubes are browned all the way around. Remove the meat from the heat.