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How to Make Chicken Fried Steak

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Ingredients
 

For the Steak:

  • 4 beef cube steaks about 6 ounces each
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • Vegetable oil for frying

For the Gravy:

  • 1/4 cup reserved pan drippings
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Steaks:

  • Tenderize: If your cube steaks aren't already tenderized, use a meat mallet to pound them to an even thickness.
  • Season Flour: In a shallow dish, combine the flour with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Dredge: In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk. Dip each steak first in the flour mixture, then in the egg mixture, and again in the flour mixture, ensuring a thorough coat.
  • Fry: Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the steaks for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels and keep warm.

Make the Gravy:

  • Pan Drippings: Pour off all but about 1/4 cup of the oil from the skillet, leaving the flavorful bits in the pan.
  • Roux: Over medium heat, sprinkle the flour over the reserved pan drippings. Stir and cook for about 2 minutes to form a roux.
  • Add Milk: Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring to scrape up any bits from the bottom of the skillet. Cook and stir until the gravy thickens, about 5-10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve:

  • Plate the chicken fried steaks and pour the creamy gravy over them. Serve hot with sides of your choice, such as mashed potatoes and green beans, for a complete comfort meal.