Southern Chicken Fried Steak with Gravy

Southern Chicken Fried Steak with Gravy

Serves: 4  Prep Time: 5 mins  Cook Time: 30 mins  Total Time: 35 mins

Ingredients:

   • 4 cube steaks (4–6 ounces each)

   • 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 6 cups milk, divided
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions:

1. Prep the Oven: Preheat to 200°F and place a wire rack over a baking sheet.
2. Season the Steak: Salt and pepper both sides of each cube steak.
3. Prepare Coating:
   • In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt.
   • In another large bowl, whisk together 4 cups milk and eggs.
4. Bread the Steaks:
   • Dip each steak in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
   • Dip into the milk and eggs, then back into the flour mixture, pressing to adhere.
5. Fry the Steaks:
   • In a large cast iron skillet, heat oil (enough to partially submerge steaks).
   • Fry steaks in batches for about 5 minutes on each side until golden.
   • Place fried steaks on the wire rack in the oven to keep warm.
6. Make the Gravy:
   • In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in 2 tablespoons flour, and cook for 2 minutes.
   • Gradually add the remaining 2 cups milk, season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, and whisk until smooth.
7. Serve: Plate steaks with a side of gravy and enjoy!

Pair with mashed potatoes for the perfect meal!