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Crispy Buttermilk Chicken Fried Steak

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Crispy Buttermilk Chicken Fried Steak is the ultimate comfort food with a golden-brown crust and rich gravy, perfect for family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 beef cube steaks (approximately 1 cm thick)
  • 2 cups (480 ml) buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1.5 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon (2 g) paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon (1 g) cayenne pepper, optional
  • 1 teaspoon (3 g) garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon (3 g) onion powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Vegetable oil, for shallow frying
  • 0.25 cup (30 g) all-purpose flour (for gravy)
  • 2.5 cups (600 ml) whole milk
  • Salt, to taste (for gravy)
  • Black pepper, to taste (for gravy)

Instructions

  1. Tenderize the Steak: Arrange the beef cube steaks between layers of plastic wrap and gently pound them to a thickness of 0.5 cm.
  2. Season the Steaks: Evenly season both sides of the steaks with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Prepare the Buttermilk Mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs until well combined.
  4. Mix the Flour Coating: In a separate dish, combine the all-purpose flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  5. Dredge the Steaks: Dredge each steak in the seasoned flour, dip it into the buttermilk mixture, and return it to the flour mixture, pressing to create an even coating.
  6. Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a skillet until the depth is about 1.25 cm and heat over medium-high until shimmering.
  7. Fry the Steaks: Fry the coated steaks in batches for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  8. Make the Gravy: Pour off most oil from the pan, add 0.25 cup of flour, and cook for 1 minute to create a light roux.
  9. Whisk in the Milk: Gradually whisk in the whole milk, scraping up any browned bits until the gravy thickens (about 5 to 7 minutes).
  10. Season the Gravy: Season the gravy with salt and black pepper to taste.
  11. Serve: Arrange the fried steaks on plates and ladle hot country gravy over each portion. Serve immediately.

Notes

Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying for the perfect crispy texture. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Chicken Fried Steak, Comfort Food, Southern Cooking

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