Chicken Fried Steak
Chicken Fried Steak is a classic Southern dish that’s both crispy and tender, making it a comforting favorite. Paired with rich, creamy gravy, it’s an indulgent meal that brings the warmth of Southern hospitality to your table.
Equipment
- Meat Mallet
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Beef Cube Steaks
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 2 Eggs
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 cup Vegetable Oil
- 2 tbsp Flour (for Gravy)
- 1 cup Milk
Instructions
- Tenderize the cube steaks using a meat mallet to break down the fibers.
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- In another shallow dish, whisk the eggs and buttermilk together until smooth.
- Dip the steaks into the seasoned flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and coat again with the flour mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each steak for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the steaks from the skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- For the gravy, reduce heat to medium and leave 2 tablespoons of oil in the skillet. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne to taste.
- Pour the gravy over the fried steaks and serve immediately.
Notes
Feel free to add a bit of heat with cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes in the seasoning or gravy for an extra kick!