Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors that is Country Fried Steak with Eggs, a classic dish that embodies the hearty spirit of Southern cuisine. Savor the golden-brown, crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside steak, lovingly enveloped in a velvety gravy that dances on your taste buds. The perfect complement to this savory sensation, a pair of sunny-side-up eggs offer a delightful burst of richness and creaminess, while a sprinkle of fresh chives adds a touch of herbaceousness.
This culinary masterpiece is joined by a versatile selection of recipes that cater to diverse preferences. For those seeking a lighter option, the Air Fryer Country Fried Steak presents a healthier take on this classic, promising a delightful crunch without compromising on flavor. Craving something with a kick? The Spicy Country Fried Steak delivers a tantalizing blend of heat and smokiness, sure to ignite your taste buds.
Vegetarians and vegans can rejoice in the incredible Vegan Country Fried Steak, a plant-based rendition that captures the essence of the original dish with its satisfying texture and savory flavors. And for a fun twist, the Country Fried Steak Bites serve up bite-sized morsels of crispy steak enveloped in a rich gravy, perfect for parties or a quick snack.
No matter your dietary preferences or taste inclinations, this collection of Country Fried Steak recipes offers something for every palate. Embark on a culinary adventure and discover the delectable delights that await you in this Southern-inspired feast.
AWESOME COUNTRY FRIED STEAK & EGGS
Okay, here comes the breakfast of champions. I love country-fried steak, and when you combine it with two eggs... over easy (it has to be over easy), and some hash browns, toast or better yet, some nice skillet-baked buttermilk biscuits... Well, I'm in heaven. I don't have this type of breakfast everyday. As a matter of...
Provided by Andy Anderson !
Categories Meat Breakfast
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 1. Disclaimer: I just want to say, up front, that this recipe probably has enough calories, and fats to service a platoon of soldiers. I think I could have this as a breakfast every day... But I don't.
- 2. THE COATING
- 3. Mix together all the dry ingredients in a bowl.
- 4. Using your hands, or a pastry blender, cut the shortening, or the oil, or softened butter into the dry ingredients, until the mixture resembles a coarse meal.
- 5. Reserve for later use.
- 6. Chef's Note: If you make more of this than you need, simply place it in the refrigerator in a tightly sealed container. It should last for several months.
- 7. THE COUNTRY-FRIED STEAKS
- 8. Chef's Note: When you tenderize a steak, you are essentially pounding it with a dimpled mallet, which is an excellent way to take out your frustrations. But something else besides tenderizing is happening. You're pounding what's on the surface of the steak into the interior of the steak. If there are any nasty bacteria on the outside, they are now on the inside. Two things: First, make sure that you're working with fresh steaks, and second, make sure you cook them thoroughly, minimum internal temperature should be 160f (71c). No rare or medium rare when it comes to tenderized steaks, or any ground meat products.
- 9. Add the flour, salt, and pepper to a shallow pan and thoroughly combine.
- 10. Whisk the egg and water together, and add to a second shallow pan.
- 11. In a third pan add the coating mix, which you previously made.
- 12. Start with the flour, and coat the steaks.
- 13. Next dip into the egg mixture.
- 14. Finally, coat the steaks generously with the coating mix.
- 15. Allow the steaks to rest on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20 minutes.
- 16. Chef's Note: The resting period will help to set the crust.
- 17. Chef's Tip: While the steaks are resting, you might want to drop down a bit in the recipe, and make the milk gravy. Then, keep it warm on a side burner, and cook the steaks. And speaking of steaks, let's get to it... I'm hungry.
- 18. Add the oil into a large frying pan (I prefer cast iron), over medium-high heat.
- 19. When it begins to shimmer, add the two steaks, and fry 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until they are nice and golden brown.
- 20. Remove the steaks from the pan, and drain on paper towels.
- 21. THE MILK GRAVY
- 22. Remove all but three tablespoons of the oil from the pan that you used to cook the steaks, and place over a burner at medium heat.
- 23. Add the flour to the pan, and mix until it absorbs all the oil (you're making a roux).
- 24. Add the salt and black pepper, and combine.
- 25. Add the milk to the roux, and whisk until thoroughly combined, and thickens.
- 26. Chef's Tip: To prevent lumps in the gravy, after adding the flour to the oil, slowly add the milk a little at a time and mix with the whisk, and then add more milk and whisk until all the milk has been added, and you have the desired consistency. Check for proper seasoning, and you've got it.
- 27. Serving Suggestion: Fry up two nice over-easy eggs, lay the steak next to the eggs, with some hash browns and cover in the milk gravy... don't forget a couple of nice skillet baked buttermilk biscuits. Now that's a proper Southern breakfast... Enjoy
- 28. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
BUTTERMILK COUNTRY FRIED STEAK
"Cooked just like I cook my Texas fried chicken, this chicken fried steak is crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside."
Provided by Paula Todora
Categories Beef
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Season steaks with salt and pepper to taste. Heat oil on stovetop to 350 degrees.
- 2. In one bowl mix buttermilk and egg with fork. In another bowl add flour and season with salt and pepper and cayenne, to taste.
- 3. Dip each steak into egg wash, let excess drip off. Roll both sides in flour and shake off excess.
- 4. Fry 1 or 2 pieces at a time until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 minutes on each side, depending on how big the steaks are.
- 5. Drain on paper towels.
COUNTRY FRIED STEAK AND GRAVY RECIPE BY TASTY
This hearty and indulgent country-fried steak and gravy recipe will have your family and friends asking for seconds. To ensure the steaks cook perfectly, pound them out to ¼-inch thick before dredging and frying. After frying, pour out the oil and use the same pan to make the gravy. Don't throw away the brown bits at the bottom, they are full of flavor!
Provided by Katie Aubin
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 225˚F (110˚C).
- Set a steak in the center of a cutting board and cover with a piece of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet, pound the steak evenly to ¼-inch (½ cm) thick. Season with salt and pepper on both sides. Repeat with the remaining meat.
- In a wide, shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and 1 cup (240 ml) of milk. In a separate shallow dish, mix together the 1 ½ cups (190 g) of flour, pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Dredge the steaks in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg mixture, letting any excess egg drip off. Coat again in the flour mixture. Set aside for 10-15 minutes, until the coating has dried out a bit.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a 10-inch (25.5 cm) pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 375˚F (190˚C).
- Fry the steaks, 2 at a time, for 3 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook on the other side for 3 minutes more, until golden brown and cooked through when the internal temperature reaches 155˚-165˚F (170˚-175˚C). Transfer the steaks to a paper towel-lined plate or baking sheet and immediately season with salt. Once all of the steaks are done frying, transfer to the oven while you prepare the gravy.
- Pour the hot oil into a heatproof bowl and let cool before discarding. 9. Leave any browned bits in the pan.
- In the same pan, without wiping it out, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of flour, whisking to incorporate. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the roux is a light brown color. Add the heavy cream and remaining milk. Bring to a simmer and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Ladle the gravy over the steaks and serve with your favorite side dishes.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1067 calories, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 96 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 21 grams, Sugar 7 grams
COUNTRY FRIED STEAK
This country fried steak recipe was originally my grandmother's, but I thought it was really bland so I added seasoning to it. Serve it with country gravy and mashed potatoes.
Provided by Laura
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Beef Steaks
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk together the egg and milk in a shallow bowl; set aside.
- Whisk together the flour, crushed saltines, seasoned salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and steak seasoning. Dip the steaks in the egg mixture, then press each steak in the flour mixture. Pat the flour mixture into the steaks to coat them completely.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and fry the steaks until they are golden brown, firm, hot in the center, and just turning from pink to grey, about 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.9 calories, Carbohydrate 50.9 g, Cholesterol 75.6 mg, Fat 18.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1109.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
EAT'S COUNTRY FRIED STEAK BENEDICT
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 2 to 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the gravy: Fry the bacon until crispy, and then finely chop and set aside. Crumble the sausage and saute until cooked through, and then set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan, and then stir in the flour over medium heat. Add the milk slowly, stirring constantly, and cook until thick, 5 minutes. Stir in the bacon and sausage, and season with garlic, hot sauce, thyme, salt and white and black pepper. Keep warm.
- For the steak: Heat oil in a large heavy-bottomed skillet to 350 degrees F. Pound the meat with a meat tenderizer; it should be neither thick enough to be tough, or falling apart. Dip the steak cubes in the egg wash, followed by the flour.
- Fry the steak cubes until golden brown and crispy, and then drain excess oil. Place the steak on plates, dress with the gravy and serve with eggs and potatoes.
COUNTRY FRIED STEAK
Also known as chicken fried steak. Not to be confused with chicken. When they do chicken this way it is chicken fried chicken.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup milk, and eggs in 3 separate shallow bowls in the working area.
- Mix 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper, and the paprika into the flour and mix well.
- Season both sides of cube steaks with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
- Dip cube steaks in milk, then dredge in seasoned flour.
- Dip floured steaks in egg wash, then again in the seasoned flour.
- Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet on medium heat and do half the cube steaks at a time, or work with two skillets, if you desire.
- Brown the cube steaks on each side, about 8-10 minutes total cooking time; remove from heat and set the steaks aside.
- Drain all but 1 tbsp oil (if any- I don't usually have any, but the steaks are less greasy with less oil) from the pans.
- Add enough butter to the pan to equal 3 tbsp along with the oil.
- Melt the butter and add 3 tbsp flour and stir with a whisk to make a roux, deglazing the bottom of the pan, and cook for a few minutes on LOW heat; do not burn.
- Slowly add the remaining 2 cups milk, and stir or whisk constantly until mixture comes to a boil and thickens; cook for another minute or so and remove from heat.
- Serve Country Fried Steaks (Chicken Fried Steak, as we call it) with plenty of gravy on top, and mashed potatoes on the side (double gravy recipe if you use a LOT of gravy on your potatoes, etc).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.7, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 107.2, Sodium 667.5, Carbohydrate 24.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.2, Protein 9.1
Tips:
- Tenderize the steak: Use a meat mallet or the back of a heavy knife to tenderize the steak before cooking. This will help to break down the tough fibers and make the steak more tender.
- Use a well-seasoned skillet: A well-seasoned skillet will help to prevent the steak from sticking and will also impart flavor to the meat.
- Cook the steak over medium-high heat: This will help to create a nice crust on the outside of the steak while keeping the inside juicy.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet: If you overcrowd the skillet, the steak will not cook evenly. Cook the steak in batches if necessary.
- Let the steak rest before serving: Let the steak rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help to redistribute the juices and make the steak more tender.
Conclusion:
Country fried steak and eggs is a classic American comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a hit with the family. With a little planning and preparation, you can have this delicious meal on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying breakfast or dinner, give country fried steak and eggs a try. You won't be disappointed!
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