Country Fried Steak with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy Recipe

 

Country Fried Steak with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy

A true Southern comfort classic—crispy, golden-fried steak served with creamy mashed potatoes and rich, flavorful gravy.

Ingredients:

For the Steak:

• 4 cube steaks (tenderized beef steaks)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup cornstarch (for extra crispiness)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for a little kick)
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
• Vegetable oil (for frying)

For the Mashed Potatoes:

• 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• ½ cup heavy cream (or milk)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

For the Gravy:

• 3 tbsp pan drippings (from frying the steak)
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Mashed Potatoes:

1. Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
2. Drain and mash them with butter, cream, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Cover and keep warm.

2. Prepare the Steak:

1. In a shallow dish, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne.
2. In another bowl, whisk eggs and buttermilk together.
3. Dredge each cube steak in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and coat again in the flour mixture. Press the coating onto the steak to ensure it sticks.
4. Heat ½ inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each steak for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

3. Make the Gravy:

1. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and keep about 3 tbsp of the drippings.
2. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Serve:

• Place a crispy fried steak on a plate, add a generous scoop of mashed potatoes, and pour gravy over everything.
• Serve with biscuits or green beans for a complete meal.

Would you like a spicy or extra cheesy variation?