Premium Chicken Fried Steak Recipe

Time40m

Serves4

USDA Choice Sirloin hand cut and breaded in house, served with made-from-scratch gravy & mashed potatoes

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Steak
Start by tenderizing the USDA Choice Sirloin pieces with a meat mallet until they are about 1/2 inch thick. This will ensure they cook evenly and become tender.
2
Season the Flour
In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
3
Prepare the Breading Station
In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined. You will need this for the wet batter.
4
Bread the Steak
Coat each piece of sirloin in the seasoned flour, then dip it into the egg and milk mixture, and finally return it to the flour for a second coating. Make sure each piece is fully coated.
5
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. You want enough oil to cover the bottom of the pan by about 1/4 inch.
6
Fry the Steak
Once the oil is hot (you can test it by dropping a small amount of flour into the oil; if it sizzles, it’s ready), carefully add the breaded steak pieces to the skillet. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
7
Drain and Rest
Once cooked, remove the steak from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Let it rest for a few minutes.