Description
Chicken Fried Steak is a beloved Southern classic that brings comfort and nostalgia to any meal. This dish features tenderized beef steak, coated in a perfectly crispy layer of seasoned flour, and smothered in rich, creamy gravy. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, each bite delivers a satisfying crunch followed by juicy, flavorful meat. Pair it with creamy mashed potatoes or collard greens to create an unforgettable dining experience that warms the heart and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef round steaks (sirloin or top round)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Vegetable or canola oil (for frying)
- 1 cup milk (for gravy)
- 4 tbsp butter
- Freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Tenderize the beef round steaks by pounding them to about half an inch thick.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with buttermilk, and another with more seasoned flour.
- Dredge each steak in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and return to the flour for a second coating.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Fry each steak for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- For the gravy, melt butter in the same skillet, whisk in flour until smooth, gradually add milk while stirring until thickened; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve fried steaks topped with warm gravy alongside your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (180g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg