Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of the South with our Golden Chicken Fried Steak, accompanied by creamy country gravy. This dish features a tender steak, coated in seasoned batter and fried to perfection, then draped in a rich, velvety gravy. It's a soul-satisfying meal that promises to delight your taste buds and leave you feeling content.
Preparation and Cooking Times
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings and Serving Size
- This recipe serves 4 people.
- Each serving includes one chicken fried steak with gravy.
Nutritional Profile (per serving)
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Protein: 35 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fiber: 1 g
Ingredients
- Cube steaks: 4 (about 450 g or 1 lb total)
- All-purpose flour: 120 g (1 cup)
- Eggs: 2
- Milk: 120 ml (1/2 cup)
- Baking powder: 1 tsp
- Garlic powder: 1 tsp
- Paprika: 1 tsp
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Vegetable oil: for frying
- For the Gravy:
- Butter: 30 g (2 tbsp)
- All-purpose flour: 30 g (1/4 cup)
- Milk: 480 ml (2 cups)
- Salt and pepper: to taste
Method of Preparation
Prepare the Steaks
- Mix flour, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
- In another dish, whisk together eggs and milk.
- Dredge each steak in the flour mixture, dip in the egg mixture, then dredge again in the flour.
Fry the Steaks
- Heat oil in a large skillet. Fry the steaks over medium heat until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Make the Gravy
- In the same skillet, melt butter. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk and cook until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve
- Serve the steaks with the creamy country gravy on top.
Tips for Culinary Success
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying for a crispy coating.
- For a thicker gravy, cook the roux longer before adding the milk.
- Rest the fried steaks on a wire rack to keep them crispy.
FAQs
Can I make this dish gluten-free?
Yes, use gluten-free flour for the batter and gravy.
How can I store leftovers?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently.
Can I add any other seasonings to the batter?
Absolutely, feel free to add onion powder, cayenne pepper, or your favorite herbs.