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Chicken Fried Steak I

SUBMITTED BY: Barbara  PHOTO BY: Susan P. 

"Breaded and deep fried beef cutlets are known as chicken fried steak because of the similarity in cooking method to fried chicken. This is a family recipe that we have used for years. Vegetable oil may be used in place of shortening for frying."
Chicken Fried Steak I Recipe
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This recipe has been rated 125 times with an average star rating of 4.2
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  30 Min
READY IN  45 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 pound boneless beef top loin
  • 2 cups shortening
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
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  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 quart milk
  • salt and pepper to taste

What to Drink?
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DIRECTIONS

  1. Cut top loin crosswise into 4 (4 ounce) cutlets. Using a glancing motion, pound each cutlet thinly with a moistened mallet or the side of a cleaver.
  2. In a large, heavy skillet, heat 1/2 inch shortening to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
  3. While the shortening is heating, prepare cutlets. In a shallow bowl, beat together egg, buttermilk, salt and pepper. In another shallow dish, mix together garlic powder and 1cup flour. Dip cutlets in flour, turning to evenly coat both sides. Dip in egg mixture, coating both sides, then in flour mixture once again.
  4. Place cutlets in heated shortening. Cook until golden brown, turning once. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Repeat with remaining cutlets. Drain grease, reserving 1/2 cup.
  5. Using the reserved drippings in the pan, prepare gravy over medium heat. Blend in 1/4 cup flour to form a paste. Gradually add milk to desired consistency, stirring constantly. For a thicker gravy add less milk; for a thinner gravy stir in more. Heat through, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve over chicken fried steak.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.17 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by GRAMMA GORGEOUS 
The three stars are because 2 cups of oil is WAY too much for 4 steaks. Otherwise the recipe... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.17 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 31, 2007 by realgapeach77 
If you follow my tips regarding this recipe, you cant fail. Ive made it 3 times, and the best... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.17 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2006 by CURTISLEE 
This is quite similar to the recipe I grew up with. Chicken-fried steak was one of my... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.17 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 31, 2004 by CSANDST1 
This was ok but not great. To enhance the flavor I used Italian bread crumbs. Was too lazy... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.17 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 9, 2003 by FATTCHIC 
Of all the recipes we have tried from this site, this has been the hands down family... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.17 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 7, 2003 by Simchanna 
My husband LOVED this recipe! I had never made chicken fried steak before, but this was... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.17 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 7, 2003 by KELLE11 
Very tasty and tender. My kids (steak haters) loved it. I added some extra salt, pepper, and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.17 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 7, 2003 by GINNYG 
This makes really good chicken fried steak...the gravy just needed a little extra garlic salt... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.17 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by LESLIEJANEL 
Tasted great! Not the best as a leftover so I recommend not making much extra. This recipe was... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.17 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 8, 2003 by SONJA LEDGER 
the meat was excellant, the gravy had very little flavor. MORE

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Nutritional Information
Chicken Fried Steak I

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 617

  • Total Fat: 25.9g
  • Cholesterol: 141mg
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Total Carbs: 44.4g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 1.1g
  • Protein: 48.5g

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