Country Fried Steak with Mushroom Gravy
Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with this hearty Country Fried Steak with Mushroom Gravy! Perfectly tenderized cube steaks are coated in a seasoned flour mixture, fried to golden, crispy perfection, and then smothered in a rich and creamy mushroom gravy made with sautéed mushrooms, onions, beef broth, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce for depth. This indulgent Southern classic pairs rustic charm with mouthwatering flavor, making it the perfect recipe for family dinners or special occasions. Ready in under an hour, this dish is best served alongside creamy mashed potatoes or fluffy buttermilk biscuits to soak up every last drop of the savory gravy. Whether you’re indulging in nostalgia or discovering it for the first time, this recipe is truly a soul-satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces cube steak
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 8 ounces white button mushrooms
- 1 small yellow onion
- 2 cups beef broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
Instructions
Begin by preparing the breading setup. In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. In another shallow dish, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs until fully incorporated.
Pound the cube steaks gently with a meat mallet to tenderize further, being careful not to tear the meat.
Dip each piece of steak into the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess liquid to drip off, and then coat it in the seasoned flour mixture. Press the flour onto the steak to form a thick, even crust. Set coated steaks aside on a plate while you heat the oil.
In a large skillet or cast-iron pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Carefully fry each steak for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp. Remove steaks from the skillet and place them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Keep warm in a low oven (200°F/95°C) while preparing the gravy.
Reduce heat to medium and carefully drain all but 2 tablespoons of oil from the skillet. Add the butter to the skillet, allowing it to melt.
Add the mushrooms and diced onions to the pan, cooking and stirring for 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms release their moisture and the onions are softened.
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour (from the flour mixture used earlier) into the pan, stirring to combine and cooking for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Slowly pour in the beef broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Add the Worcestershire sauce and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Stir in the heavy cream, and simmer until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency, about 3-5 minutes. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve the country fried steaks smothered with the mushroom gravy, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1207 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 82.9 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.2 g | 111% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 35.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 257 mg | 86% | |
| Sodium | 1860 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.1 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 54.3 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 1066 mg | 23% | |
*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.
