Crispy Buttermilk Chicken Fried Steak You Can’t Resist

Experience the magic of crispy, golden-brown chicken fried steak crowned with rich, creamy gravy. A true Southern comfort food classic you can't resist.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 15

Soaking Time 30

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American, Southern

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Steak

4 pieces Cube Steaks Tender and juicy
2 cups Buttermilk For soaking

For the Coating

1 cup Seasoned Flour Blend of flour and spices
1 teaspoon Salt To taste
1 teaspoon Pepper To taste

For the Gravy

1/4 cup Vegetable Oil For frying
2 cups Peppered Gravy Creamy sauce for serving

Optional Add-ins

to taste Hot Sauce For extra flavor in gravy
to taste Dill Pickles To top for extra flavor

Equipment

Large Skillet
Meat Mallet
shallow dish
Mixing Bowl
whisk

Method

Preparation

Tenderize the Cube Steaks by placing them between plastic wrap and pounding to ½ inch thick.
Soak tenderized steaks in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Prepare seasoned flour by mixing flour, salt, pepper, and any additional spices.
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Dredge soaked steaks in seasoned flour, coating evenly.
Fry the steaks in hot oil for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Drain fried steaks on paper towels.
Make gravy in the same skillet by whisking in seasoned flour and milk, cooking until thick.
Serve the crispy steaks topped with creamy peppered gravy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with traditional sides like mashed potatoes or coleslaw for a complete meal experience.

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