Step 1

First, gather ingredients the chicken fried steak. Add the canola oil to a heavy cast iron skillet and heat it over medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, beat together the egg and 1/2 cup of buttermilk. In another bowl, add 1/2 cup of the flour. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to each bowl.

Step 3

Dip the steaks in the flour, shake off the excess, then dip them in the egg-buttermilk mixture. Dip them again in the flour mixture and press the flour into the steak to get a good coating.

Step 4

Check the temperature of the oil by sprinkling in a pinch of flour: you want it to sizzle and float. Once the oil is hot (about 325-350 degrees), gently add the steaks. Cook for 2-4 minutes on each side. When the steaks are golden brown and crispy, remove from oil and keep them warm in a low oven.

Step 5

Next, make your gravy: drain off all the fat from the skillet except 2 tablespoons. Return it to medium-low heat, sprinkle in the remaining 2 tablespoons of flour. Whisk it to incorporate it into the fat and cook for about 1 minute.

Step 6

Slowly add the remaining 1 1/4 cup of buttermilk while whisking. Season the gravy with salt and pepper, then let it come to simmer while whisking frequently. Once it thickens, turn off the heat.

Step 7

Meanwhile, make your mashed potatoes: peel and dice your potato and boil it until tender. Drain it, then add it to a bowl with 2 tablespoons butter and 1/3 cup buttermilk. Season to taste with salt and pepper. To serve, cover the steak and a scoop of mashed potatoes in lots of gravy. Enjoy!