CHICKEN FRIED STEAK AND GRAVY

Step 1

If your cubed steak is more than 1/2” thick, you’ll want to pound it out until thin. This will provide additional tenderizing as well as allowing for more even cooking.

Step 2

Season cubed steaks lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 3

On a plate, place 1/2 cup flour - set aside. In a shallow bowl, mix remaining 1/2 cup flour, saltine cracker crumbs, seasoned salt, garlic powder and cayenne pepper.

Step 4

In another shallow bowl, whisk together eggs and 1/3 cup milk.

Step 5

Dredge cubed steak in flour, then dip in egg mixture and then finally coat with saltine cracker mixture.

Step 6

Continue the same procedure for the rest of the steaks and place them on a large baking sheet.

Step 7

Heat about 1/2-inch vegetable or shortening in a large pan (preferably cast iron) over medium heat. Note: I prefer shortening for these but use the oil you prefer.

Step 8

Cook steak in 2 batches for about 5 minutes per side. Continue with the rest of the steaks.

Step 9

Remove steaks to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain excess oil.

Step 10

Once steaks are finished cooking, remove excess oil from pan (leaving about 1/4 cup remaining). Add 1/4 cup flour to pan.

Step 11

Whisk and cook over medium heat for 1 minute.

Step 12

Gradually whisk in milk and cook until thick.

Step 13

Whisk constantly and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 14

Pour gravy over steaks.