Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 to 1 3/4 lb. top round steak
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/8 tsp. red pepper
  • 1 Tbsp. finely minced garlic
  • 2 Tbsp. flour
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. shortening
  • 1 c. chopped onion
  • 1 large fresh ripe tomato, coarsely chopped (1 c.)

Method

  • Trim all fat from meat.
  • Cut into serving pieces and pound with mallet.
  • Rub salt, pepper and garlic into meat on both sides. Then, rub in flour.
  • In heavy pan, melt shortening over medium heat and brown grillades (meat) on both sides.
  • Lower heat and add onion, tomato and 1 cup water.
  • Bring to simmer, cover loosely and cook over low heat for about 30 minutes, turning meat every 10 minutes.
  • If too thick, add water a little at a time.
  • Remove to platter and place in 200° oven to keep warm.
  • Prepare grits according to package directions.
  • Reheat gravy and serve to put on grits or top grits with butter.