Country Fried Steak with White Gravy
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Country Fried Steak with White Gravy

Crispy breaded cube steak smothered in creamy white pepper gravy - a true Southern diner classic.

45 min
4 servings
SouthernComfy Editorial Team

Recipe by the SouthernComfy Editorial Team

Developed and reviewed by our editorial team.

Prep Time

20m

Cook Time

25m

Servings

4

Difficulty

Medium

Estimated Nutrition

Per serving · estimated

Calories

680

Protein

42 g

Carbs

52 g

Fat

32 g

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Ingredients

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  • 4 cube steaks (about 6 oz each)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/4 cup flour (for gravy)
  • 2 1/2 cups whole milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1

Pat steaks dry with paper towels.

2

Mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, pepper, and salt in a shallow dish.

3

Whisk eggs and buttermilk in another dish.

4

Dredge each steak in flour, dip in egg mixture, then coat again in flour.

5

Heat 1/2 inch oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.

6

Fry steaks 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and keep warm.

7

Pour off all but 1/4 cup drippings, whisk in 1/4 cup flour.

8

Gradually add milk, whisking constantly until thickened.

9

Season gravy with salt and pepper to taste.

10

Serve steaks smothered in white gravy.

Chef's Comfy Tip

For extra crispy coating, let the breaded steaks rest for 10 minutes before frying.

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