Classic Southern Chicken Fried Steak Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this classic Southern recipe for the best chicken fried steak. Tender cube steak is breaded and fried to perfection, resulting in a crispy and flavor-packed dish. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes, country gravy, and a side of green beans for a complete and satisfying meal. This recipe perfectly captures the essence of Southern comfort food that will have your family asking for seconds.

Ingredients

• 4 cube steaks
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a shallow dish, combine 1 cup flour, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
2. In another shallow dish, whisk together buttermilk and eggs.
3. Dip each cube steak into the flour mixture, then into the buttermilk mixture, and back into the flour mixture, pressing to adhere.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Fry the cube steaks in batches until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
6. Remove the steaks from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7. In the same skillet, discard the remaining oil, leaving about 2 tablespoons.
8. Whisk in 1/4 cup flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to make a roux.
9. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the gravy thickens, about 5 minutes.
10. Season the gravy with salt and pepper to taste.
11. Serve the chicken fried steaks with the creamy gravy, mashed potatoes, and your choice of vegetables.

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