Description
Indulge in the heartwarming comfort of Chicken Fried Steak, a classic Southern dish that features tender, cubed steak enveloped in a crispy, golden crust. Paired with a rich and creamy gravy, this dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions, providing an irresistible combination of textures and flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can create this delicious meal that quickly becomes a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef cubed steaks (sirloin or round)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup butter (for gravy)
- 1/4 cup flour (for gravy)
- 1 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour mixed with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs and milk, and one empty.
- Dredge each cubed steak in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture. Return to the flour mixture for a second coating.
- Heat about half an inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering (around 350°F).
- Fry coated steaks for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- For the gravy, melt butter in the same skillet, add extra flour to make a roux, whisk in broth until smooth, and simmer until thickened.
- Serve steaks drizzled with gravy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg