Country Fried Steak Recipe
Perfectly seasoned, lightly battered then fried and topped with sawmill gravy. Served with creamy mashed potatoes, Southern green beans and a cheddar drop biscuit
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Ingredients
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Country Fried Steak
Sawmill Gravy
Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Southern Green Beans
Cheddar Drop Biscuits
Method
Country Fried Steak
- 1
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow bowl, mix the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs.
- 2
Bread the Steaks
Dip each cube steak into the buttermilk mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Set aside.
- 3
Fry the Steaks
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, fry the breaded steaks for about 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Sawmill Gravy
- 4
Make the Roux
In the same skillet used for the steaks, reduce heat to medium and add 4 tablespoons of flour to the drippings. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- 5
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring no lumps form. Continue stirring until the gravy thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
- 6
Season the Gravy
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and keep warm until ready to serve.
Creamy Mashed Potatoes
- 7
- 8
Southern Green Beans
- 9
Prepare the Green Beans
Trim the ends off the fresh green beans and rinse them under cold water.
- 10
Cheddar Drop Biscuits
- 11
Prepare the Biscuit Dough
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 12
Add Cheese and Milk
Stir in shredded cheddar cheese. Pour in milk and stir until just combined.
- 13
Bake the Biscuits
Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.





