Country Fried Steak and Gravy

Name: Country Fried Steak and Gravy
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 steaks cube steaks, pounded thin; 1.5 tsp kosher salt; 1 tsp black pepper, ground; 1.5 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 2 cups whole milk; 1/3 cup vegetable oil

Tenderized beef steaks double dredged and pan fried until golden brown, served with a rich peppered pan gravy.

35 minMediumServes 4620 cal/serving

AmericanDinnerStovetopStandardHigh ProteinNut-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

4 steaks cube steaks, pounded thin
1.5 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp black pepper, ground
1.5 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
2 cups whole milk
1/3 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

1

Season 4 steaks pounded thin cube steaks on both sides with half of the 1.5 tsp kosher salt and half of the 1 tsp ground black pepper.
2

Whisk 1.5 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and remaining 1.5 tsp kosher salt and 1 tsp ground black pepper in a shallow bowl, then pour half of the 2 cups whole milk into a second shallow bowl.
3

Dredge each piece of 4 steaks pounded thin cube steaks in the flour mixture, dip into 2 cups whole milk, and coat in flour mixture again.
4

Heat 1/3 cup vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
5

Fry 4 steaks pounded thin cube steaks for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 145°F, then transfer to a plate.
6

Drain all but 2 tablespoons of pan drippings from skillet, set over medium heat, and whisk in 2 tablespoons of the remaining flour mixture for 1 minute.
7

Gradually whisk in remaining 2 cups whole milk and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until thickened into gravy, then spoon over fried 4 steaks pounded thin cube steaks.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Country Fried Steak and Gravy reach?

For Country Fried Steak and Gravy, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 5. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I make Country Fried Steak and Gravy dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Country Fried Steak and Gravy is 2 cups whole milk. Swap the milk for unsweetened oat or soy milk. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Country Fried Steak and Gravy gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Country Fried Steak and Gravy is 1.5 cups all-purpose flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

How much protein is in Country Fried Steak and Gravy?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 36 g of protein in about 620 calories, alongside 28 g carbohydrate and 40 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 880 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein dinner collection.

Can I freeze Country Fried Steak and Gravy?

It is not a good candidate. Refrigerate what is left of Country Fried Steak and Gravy within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

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