Country Fried Steak
Country fried steak is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender beef coated in a crispy golden crust and smothered in rich, creamy gravy. This dish not only satisfies your cravings but also evokes cherished memories of family gatherings and hearty meals. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this country fried steak recipe will have everyone at the table smiling and asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef round steak (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- ½ cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Tenderize the beef round steak to about half an inch thick using a meat mallet.
- Set up a coating station: Combine flour, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder in one bowl. In another bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.
- Dredge each steak first in the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the seasoned flour.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Fry steaks one at a time for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown. Remove and drain excess oil.
- For the gravy, leave about two tablespoons of oil in the skillet, add butter, and whisk in leftover flour scraps until golden brown. Gradually stir in milk while whisking until thickened.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (203g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg