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Grandma's Country Fried Steak with Gravy Recipe

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Grandma's Country Fried Steak with Gravy is a classic Southern dish featuring tender cube steaks seasoned, breaded, and fried to a golden brown. Served with a creamy homemade pepper gravy, this hearty meal is perfect for dinner or any time you crave comforting, down-home cooking.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

For The Steak

  • 6 cube steaks
  • 2 cups flour
  • 3 tbsp seasoning salt
  • Pinch dried thyme leaves
  • Pinch dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 3 tsp baking powder
  • 1 1/4 cup milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Dash hot sauce
  • Canola oil for frying, about 3-4 inches deep

For The Pepper Gravy

  • 6 tbsp salted butter
  • 1/3 cup flour
  • 2 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 - 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the flour mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, 3 tbsp seasoning salt, a pinch of dried thyme leaves, a pinch of dried oregano, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 3 tsp baking powder until evenly combined.
  2. Prepare the egg mixture: In a separate mixing bowl, whisk 1 1/4 cup milk, 4 large eggs, 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, and a dash of hot sauce together until smooth and evenly combined.
  3. Coat the steaks: Working with one cube steak at a time, dip it into the egg mixture to fully coat. Using tongs, allow excess egg to drip off, then dredge the steak in the seasoned flour mixture, turning as needed to cover evenly.
  4. Double coat the steaks: Repeat dipping the floured steak back into the egg mixture and then again into the flour mixture to create a double coating. Place the prepared steaks on a plate and continue until all steaks are coated. Set aside.
  5. Heat the oil: Pour canola oil into a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to a depth of about 3-4 inches. Heat the oil to 375°F (190°C) for frying.
  6. Fry the steaks: Carefully cook steaks in batches of two to avoid overcrowding the pot. Fry each for 3-4 minutes until golden brown on the outside and cooked through. Use sturdy tongs to remove steaks and drain on paper towels to remove excess grease.
  7. Make the pepper gravy: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt 6 tbsp salted butter. Sprinkle 1/3 cup flour into the skillet and whisk constantly for about 60 seconds to cook off the raw flour taste.
  8. Incorporate milk: Gradually add 2 3/4 cup milk in 1/2 cup increments, whisking continuously until smooth and fully combined. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the gravy thickens to desired consistency.
  9. Season and serve: Stir in 1 1/2 to 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper to the gravy. Pour the gravy over the plated country fried steaks and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Be sure to maintain the oil temperature at 375°F for crispy, evenly cooked steaks.
  • Double coating the steaks ensures a thick, crunchy crust that holds up to the creamy gravy.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven for safer, more even frying.
  • Adjust black pepper in the gravy according to taste preference for a mild to spicy kick.
  • Drain fried steaks on paper towels to remove excess oil for a less greasy meal.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American, Southern

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