Country Fried Steak* Recipe
9oz. of crisp breaded beef smothered with our homemade sausage gravy.
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Ingredients
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Steak
Sausage Gravy
Method
Steak Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Steak
Cut the beef round steak into serving portions if necessary, and pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- 2
Season the Flour
In a shallow dish, mix together the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- 3
Dredge the Steak
Dip each piece of the steak into the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the seasoned flour until fully coated. Set aside.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot, approximately 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Steak
Carefully place the breaded steaks into the hot oil, frying for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Sausage Gravy Preparation
- 6
Cook the Sausage
In a separate skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat, breaking it into small pieces until browned and cooked through.
- 7
Make the Roux
Sprinkle the 4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour over the cooked sausage and stir to combine, cooking for about 1 minute.
- 8
Add Milk
Slowly whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Continue cooking until the gravy thickens, about 5 minutes.
- 9
Season the Gravy
Season the gravy with black pepper and salt to taste. If the gravy is too thick, add a little more milk to reach the desired consistency.
