Crispy Buttermilk Chicken Fried Steak That Melts in Your Mouth
This Crispy Buttermilk Chicken Fried Steak features tender cube steaks and savory spices, creating a melt-in-your-mouth comfort food experience.
Equipment
- skillet
Ingredients
For the Steaks
- 4 pieces Cube steaks Tenderized
- 1 cup Buttermilk For marination
For the Coating
- 1 cup All-purpose flour For coating
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Cayenne pepper Adjust for spice level
For Frying
- 1 cup Vegetable oil For frying
For Serving
- 1 cup Country gravy
- Hot sauce Optional
- Pickles Optional
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Tenderize the steaks using a meat mallet until about ½ inch thick.
- Marinate the tenderized steaks in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Prepare the seasoned flour by mixing flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne together.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Dredge the marinated steaks in the seasoned flour, pressing firmly for a thick coat.
- Fry each coated steak for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove the fried steaks and drain on paper towels, allowing them to rest.
- Serve hot with a drizzle of country gravy and optional toppings like hot sauce or pickles.
Notes
For best results, ensure steaks are properly tenderized and follow frying tips to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
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