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Classic Chicken Fried Steak Recipe

Classic Chicken Fried Steak Recipe: 4 Tricks for Perfect Crunch

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A classic Southern dish featuring tenderized beef steak coated in seasoned flour and fried until crispy.

  • Total Time: 23 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 cube steaks (about 1/2 inch thick)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a shallow dish, mix flour, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. In another shallow dish, whisk eggs and milk.
  3. Dredge each steak in the flour mixture, dip in the egg mixture, then coat again in flour.
  4. Heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Fry steaks for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Drain on paper towels before serving.

Notes

  • Use a meat mallet to tenderize steaks if needed.
  • Keep oil temperature steady for even cooking.
  • Serve with white gravy for a traditional touch.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 steak
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg