Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe CaféCountry Fried Steak Recipe

Country Fried Steak Recipe

Inspired by The Café
Time45m
Serves4

Homemade white gravy.

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Ingredients

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Steak

Method

Preparing the Steak

  1. 1

    Tenderizing the Steak

    Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound the beef cube steaks to about 1/2 inch thickness. This helps to tenderize the meat.

  2. 2

    Coating the Steak

    In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Dip each steak first into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and back into the flour mixture to coat thoroughly.

Frying the Steak

  1. 3

    Heating the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers. You can test the oil by dropping a small amount of flour into it; if it sizzles, it's ready.

  2. 4

    Frying the Steak

    Carefully place the coated steaks into the hot oil. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the steaks and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Making the White Gravy

  1. 5

    Creating the Roux

    In the same skillet used for frying the steak, reduce the heat to medium. Add 1 cup of the flour used for the steak to the remaining oil in the skillet. Stir constantly for about 2 minutes, until the flour is well combined and slightly browned.

  2. 6

    Making the Gravy

    Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Add salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Continue to cook until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plating the Dish

    Serve the country fried steak hot, topped generously with the white gravy. Enjoy with your choice of sides like mashed potatoes or green beans.

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