A Parmesan and panko breadcrumb mixture flavors our Finger Steaks and a homemade 3-ingredient creamy Pesto Dipping Sauce makes every bite delicious.
Move over chicken fingers, there’s a new kid in town! Finger Steaks have arrived in the northeast and I’m so happy they’re here! #beeftogether #fingersteaks
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Finger Steaks
This post for Parmesan Finger Steaks is sponsored by the New York Beef Council. All opinions are my own.
The finger steak is a signature food of Idaho and is now making it’s way to the east coast.
Strips of beef are breaded and fried up into a crispy coating surrounding tender beef. You can even forgo the frying and make air fryer finger steaks!
Add a dipping sauce and you’re going to love these bites of deliciousness as much as I do.
I put an Italian spin on my steak fingers recipe with a Parmesan panko coating flavored with dried Italian seasoning.
Continuing with my Italian theme, the dipping sauce combines pesto, your choice of either homemade or store bought, sour cream and milk. And if you wish, add in a hint of horseradish for an added kick and now we’re talking.
And you know that kids will flip over steak fingers dipped in barbecue sauce or Ranch dressing.
Trust me, the dipping sauce is mandatory and adds to the deliciousness of the finger steaks!
Beef is an important part of a healthy diet and my steak fingers recipe is an easy, delicious and fun way to include it in your menu rotation. #beefitswhatsfordinner
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Finger Steak FAQ's
Finger steaks are thin stips of beef that are coated in a batter and deep fried.
Finger steaks are typically made with cubed steak but can also be made with sirloin, prime rib and other cuts of beef too.
The cube steak, also sometimes called a cubed steak, is a cut of beef that is tenderized, and flattened, by pounding it with a meat mallet or tenderizer. This steak is usually top round or top sirloin.
It has been told that back in the 1950's the owner of Milo's Tavern in Boise Idaho, came up with the idea to cut steaks into strips, two to three inches long and about one half inch wide, bread them and then deep fry them.
Steak fingers are delicious when served with french fries, mashed potatoes and even macaroni and cheese.
How to make steak fingers
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- Slice cubed steaks about 1” wide.
- In a bowl combine panko, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, kosher salt and pepper.
- Dip beef into beaten eggs, then in breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook finger steaks, in batches, until breadcrumb coating is golden.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve steak fingers with Pesto Dipping Sauce or your favorite sauce.
Dipping Sauces to Serve with Finger Steaks
Other sauces, in addition to our Pesto Dipping Sauce, will also taste delicious with our steak fingers including:
- Garlic Parmesan Sauce
- Horseradish Cream Dipping Sauce
- Big Mac Sauce
- Fry Sauce
- Chick Fil A Sauce
- Ranch Dipping Sauce
- Tzatziki Sauce
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Barbecue Sauce
- Cocktail Sauce
- Chimichurri Sauce
- Ketchup
- Marinara Sauce
Swirls of Flavor Recipe Tips
- Substitute plain Greek yogurt for the sour cream
- For a kick of flavor add horseradish to the dipping sauce
- Make this recipe with boneless sirloin
- Make air fryer steak fingers
- Serve finger steaks as an appetizer (8 servings)
Ingredients you will need to make this recipe
- sour cream – base for a creamy dipping sauce
- pesto – adds fresh herb flavor
- milk – gives a creamy texture to the sauce
- cubed steak – cut of beef typically used to make finger steaks
- panko breadcrumbs – provides a crispy coating
- grated Parmesan cheese – adds salty cheese notes to the breading
- dried Italian seasoning – gives an Italian flavor
- garlic powder – savory note
- kosher salt – makes the flavors pop
- pepper – slightly spicy and aromatic
- eggs – helps the breading to adhere to the beef
- vegetable oil – for deep frying
Steak Recipes
Parmesan Finger Steaks With Pesto Dipping Sauce
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Ingredients
Pesto Dipping Sauce
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup pesto
- 1 Tablespoon milk
Finger Steaks
- 1 pound cubed steak
- 1 2/3 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 4 eggs beaten
- 2 cups vegetable oil
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Instructions
Pesto Dipping Sauce
- Combine sour cream, pesto and milk until blended.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Finger Steaks
- Slice cubed steaks into thin strips, about 1” wide.
- Combine panko, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, kosher salt and pepper.
- Dip beef in beaten eggs, then in breadcrumb mixture until evenly coated.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook finger steaks, in batches, until breadcrumb coating is golden and beef is cooked to desired doneness.
- Drain finger steaks on paper towels. Discard remining oil.
- Serve steak fingers with Pesto Dipping Sauce.
Notes
- Substitute plain Greek yogurt for the sour cream
- For a kick of flavor add horseradish to the dipping sauce
- Make recipe with boneless sirloin
- Cook your finger steaks in the air fryer for a healthier option
- Serve steak fingers as an appetizer (8 servings) or main dish (4 servings)
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Thank you Chris! Makes me so happy to know you are enjoying the recipes here at Swirls! Happy Cooking, GG
This is so yummy. My whole family loves it!
So happy to hear this Tamara! Thanks for stopping by Swirls. Happy Cooking, GG
My family loved this recipe and I especially loved the dipping sauce!
How fun and yummy! The kids love them, and the pesto sauce is just perfect!
Perfect party food! And that dipping sauce is incredible. Thanks!
What a fabulous recipe. Love that you used panko and parmesan to coat these. They are perfect as an appetizer or even lunch.
The Parmesan panko coating sounds delish and I really dig the idea of making these beef strips in the air fryer. Who wouldn't want to have something called Parmesan Finger Steaks?!
Oh wow! These are fantastic and so delicious! My family and I absolutely loved it! Making these again for sure!
Thanks so much! Definitely a tasty dipping sauce!
Yes! Perfect for a party for sure!
Panko and Parmesan, so happy together! And delicious too!
Everything is so good in the air fryer!
I'm so happy that your family enjoyed this recipe Beth!