Country Fried Steak with Cream Gravy
Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with this classic Country Fried Steak with Cream Gravy! Tender cube steaks are double-dredged in a perfectly seasoned flour coating, then fried to golden, crispy perfection. The indulgent, buttery cream gravy—made right in the same skillet—captures all those flavorful pan drippings, creating a rich, velvety sauce to drizzle over the steak. With a touch of cayenne for subtle heat and a traditional buttermilk batter for extra tenderness, this homestyle favorite is pure Southern bliss. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes or fresh green beans for a hearty, satisfying meal that evokes the charms of a country kitchen. Perfect for family dinners or a comfort food craving, this recipe is ready in under an hour and guarantees smiles all around!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Cube steak
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 2 cups Buttermilk
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 2 cups Milk
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for gravy)
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (for gravy)
Instructions
Begin by setting up your breading station. In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
In a separate shallow bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs until combined.
Pat the cube steaks dry using paper towels. Dredge each steak in the flour mixture, coating evenly. Then dip it into the buttermilk-egg mixture, ensuring it’s fully covered. Return the steak to the flour mixture for a second coating. Repeat for all steaks and set aside on a wire rack.
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (180°C). If you don’t have a thermometer, test by sprinkling a small amount of flour into the oil—it should sizzle immediately.
Carefully place the breaded steaks into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove the steaks and place them on a wire rack or paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Once all the steaks are fried, pour off the oil from the skillet, leaving about 2 tablespoons along with any browned bits in the pan. Reduce the heat to medium.
Add the butter to the skillet, letting it melt. Whisk in 3 tablespoons of the reserved seasoned flour from your breading station. Cook for 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly, until the flour is golden brown and fragrant.
Gradually whisk in the milk, starting with 1/2 cup at a time, ensuring it is fully incorporated before adding more. Continue whisking until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
Season the gravy with salt and black pepper to taste. If it’s too thick, add a splash more milk to adjust the consistency.
Serve the country-fried steaks hot with the cream gravy drizzled generously over the top. Pair with mashed potatoes or green beans for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6508 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 530.1 g | 680% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.4 g | 547% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 279.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1016 mg | 339% | |
| Sodium | 8943 mg | 389% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 237.6 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.2 g | ||
| Protein | 226.4 g | 453% | |
| Vitamin D | 13.9 mcg | 70% | |
| Calcium | 1393 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 31.4 mg | 174% | |
| Potassium | 4215 mg | 90% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
