
Recipe
Country Fried Steak And Gravy
Ingredients
- cube steak8 oz
- kosher salt1 ½ teaspoon
- black pepper1 teaspoon
- large egg2
- whole milk2¾ cups
- all-purpose flour6¾ oz
- garlic powder1 teaspoon
- onion powder1 teaspoon
- paprika1 teaspoon
- vegetable oil1 cup
- unsalted butter3 tablespoon
- heavy cream8 tbsp
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 225˚F (110˚C).
- 2
Set a steak in the center of a cutting board and cover with a piece of plastic wrap.
- 3
Using a meat mallet, pound the steak evenly to ¼-inch (½ cm) thick.
- 4
Season with salt and pepper on both sides.
- 5
Repeat with the remaining meat.
- 6
In a wide, shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and 1 cup (240 ml) of milk.
- 7
In a separate shallow dish, mix together the 1 ½ cups (190 g) of flour, pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- 8
Dredge the steaks in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg mixture, letting any excess egg drip off.
- 9
Coat again in the flour mixture.
- 10
Set aside for 10-15 minutes, until the coating has dried out a bit.
- 11
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a 10-inch (25.5 cm) pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 375˚F (190˚C).
- 12
Fry the steaks, 2 at a time, for 3 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
- 13
Flip and cook on the other side for 3 minutes more, until golden brown and cooked through when the internal temperature reaches 155˚-165˚F (170˚-175˚C).
- 14
Transfer the steaks to a paper towel-lined plate or baking sheet and immediately season with salt.
- 15
Once all of the steaks are done frying, transfer to the oven while you prepare the gravy.
- 16
Pour the hot oil into a heatproof bowl and let cool before discarding.
- 17
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- 18
Leave any browned bits in the pan.
- 19
In the same pan, without wiping it out, melt the butter over medium heat.
- 20
Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of flour, whisking to incorporate.
- 21
Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the roux is a light brown color.
- 22
Add the heavy cream and remaining milk.
- 23
Bring to a simmer and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, 5-7 minutes.
- 24
Season with salt and pepper.
- 25
Ladle the gravy over the steaks and serve with your favorite side dishes.
- 26
Enjoy!
Nutrition (per serving · serves 4)
Estimated values based on ingredient data. Actual nutrition may vary.






