Minute steak, also known as cubed steak and tenderized round steak, is a cut of meat that has gone through a mechanical tenderizer and appears to have cube-shaped intonations on the surface. The cut usually comes from the beef round primal cut or the shoulder, but you can get cubed cuts out of most tough cuts of beef. Since it comes from the cheaper parts of the beef, it's affordable without compromising on flavor.
Minute steak does not contain much fat or marbling, making it a slightly lean cut. Without much marbling, more seasoning is necessary. The leanness makes it great for meal options such as chicken fried steak or stews. Further, it can dry up quickly, so it's best to use it in meal options that will have gravies or moisture-filled sides such as onions or mushrooms.