Country Fried Steak & Gravy

This Country Fried Steak & Gravy is made with cube steaks dipped in a mixture of flour, egg, buttermilk, and seasonings that are deep fried until golden brown and smothered in a gravy made of butter, garlic, fresh thyme, beef broth & cream.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 30

Total Time 35

Course Main Course

Servings

Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients

4 pieces cube steak
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon steak seasoning
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
Salt and pepper to taste
½ cup buttermilk
1 egg
2-3 cups vegetable oil for frying

For the Gravy

2 tablespoon butter
½ tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup beef broth
¼ cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Add vegetable oil to a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep skillet. Heat over medium heat until the oil reaches 325°F-350°F. Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together flour, steak seasoning, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper.
In a separate shallow bowl, whisk together buttermilk and egg.
Pat cube steaks dry with paper towels. Dredge each steak in the seasoned flour, dip into the buttermilk mixture, then dredge once more in the flour mixture, pressing gently so the coating adheres.
Set breaded steaks aside for a few minutes to allow the coating to set.
Carefully lower steaks into the hot oil, working in batches so you don't overcrowd the pot. Fry for approximately 3-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer.
Transfer cooked steaks to a wire cooling rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with the remaining steaks.
To make the gravy, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
Add garlic and fresh thyme. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Whisk in flour and cook for another minute.
Slowly pour in beef broth while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue stirring until the gravy thickens.
Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve country fried steak warm with plenty of gravy over mashed potatoes.

Notes

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Nutrition information is an estimate only.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 37gFat: 43gSodium: 950mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

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