Description
This Texas Chicken Fried Steak features tender cube steak coated in seasoned flour, fried until crispy, and topped with creamy homemade pepper gravy. A classic Southern comfort dish perfect for family-style dinners.
Ingredients
Chicken Fried Steak:
- 1.5 pounds cube steak (4 patties)
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
Cream Gravy:
- 1/4 cup oil and drippings
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon coarse black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Season steaks with salt and pepper.
- Mix seasoned flour in one bowl and whisk buttermilk with eggs in another.
- Dredge steaks in flour, dip in egg mixture, then dredge again in flour. Rest 10 minutes.
- Heat oil to 350°F and fry steaks 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove and drain. Reserve 1/4 cup oil with drippings.
- Whisk flour into drippings and cook 1–2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in milk and cook until thickened.
- Season gravy and serve over steaks.
Notes
- Maintain oil temperature around 350°F for even frying.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; fry in batches if needed.
- Whisk gravy constantly to prevent lumps.
- Gravy should coat the back of a spoon when ready.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes