Ultimate Southern Comfort: Crispy Fried Steak and Rich Gravy
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this easy-to-follow recipe. It transforms wholesome beef cubed steak patties into a crispy, delightfully seasoned dish, perfectly paired with a rich, savory homemade gravy.
In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cayenne pepper, onion powder, and paprika.
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In a separate shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and water to make an egg wash.
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Heat enough olive oil in a large skillet to generously cover the bottom, over medium heat.
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Dip each beef cubed steak first into the egg wash, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring they're well coated.
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Place the coated steaks into the heated skillet, and cook for around 5-6 minutes per side, until the crust is golden and crispy, and the meat is cooked through.
GRAVY
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In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
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Whisk in the flour until well combined to make a roux.
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Slowly whisk in the beef broth and whole milk, ensuring to avoid any lumps.
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Season the gravy with salt and black pepper to taste, let it simmer for a few minutes until thickened.
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Serve the cooked steaks garnished with the rich, homemade gravy.