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🥘 Introduction:
Chicken-fried steak is the ultimate Southern comfort food—a dish that combines the crispy satisfaction of fried chicken with the hearty richness of beef. Paired with buttery mashed potatoes and topped with a creamy pepper gravy, this recipe delivers a soul-warming meal perfect for Sunday dinners, special occasions, or just whenever you're craving some down-home deliciousness.
🥩 Ingredients:
For the Steak:
4 beef cube steaks (about 1/2 inch thick)
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 large eggs
½ cup whole milk or buttermilk
Vegetable oil for frying
For the Mashed Potatoes:
2 lbs russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
½ cup whole milk (warm)
¼ cup unsalted butter
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Gravy:
¼ cup pan drippings (from the fried steaks)
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 ½ cups whole milk
½ tsp cracked black pepper (or to taste)
Salt to taste
👨🍳 Preparation:
Prepare the Mashed Potatoes:
Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15–20 minutes).
Drain and mash. Mix in warm milk and butter. Season with salt and pepper.
Bread the Steaks:
In a shallow bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
In a separate bowl, whisk eggs with milk.
Dredge each steak in the flour, then the egg wash, then back into the flour. Press the coating firmly to adhere.
Fry the Steaks:
Heat about ½ inch of oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
Fry steaks one or two at a time for about 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Make the Gravy:
Carefully discard most oil, leaving about ¼ cup with drippings in the pan.
Whisk in flour and cook 1–2 minutes until golden.
Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Season with salt and generous cracked black pepper. Cook until thickened, about 5–7 minutes.
Serve:
Plate each steak with a generous scoop of mashed potatoes. Smother with gravy and enjoy hot.
🧊 Tips for Serving and Storing:
Serve with green beans, corn, or biscuits for a full Southern feast.
Leftovers keep well: store steak and potatoes separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for crispy steak texture.
Gravy may thicken in the fridge—add a splash of milk when reheating.
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