Country Fried Steak Recipe

Name: Country Fried Steak
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups self-rising white cornmeal mix; 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano; 3/4 teaspoon pepper; 4 to 6 cubed steaks (about 1 1/2 lb.); 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 cups low-fat buttermilk (or whole milk); 1 slice bacon; 2 cups vegetable oil

Servings: persons

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["The Seasoning. Stir together cornmeal mix, chopped fresh oregano, and 3/4 tsp. pepper in a shallow dish. Sprinkle both sides of cubed steaks with kosher salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper. ""Season the dredging mixture and steaks so there's flavor in every bite,"" Norman says.", "The ""3 D's."" Set up a dredging station: Arrange 2 shallow dishes next to the cornmeal mixture. Place flour and buttermilk in separate dishes. ""Then dredge-dip-dredge."" Dredge steaks in flour; shake off excess. Dip in buttermilk. Dredge in cornmeal mixture, pressing to adhere.", "The temp. ""Proper oil temperature is key to frying right. Try my method."" Place bacon slice in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet. Add vegetable oil; cook over medium heat. When the bacon is crisp (about 5 minutes), the oil is at 350u00b0--and flavored. Transfer bacon to paper towels, reserving oil in skillet.", "The fry. Nestle steaks in skillet, 2 at a time, and fry until golden brown and crisp (3 to 4 minutes per side). ""The steaks aren't submerged in oil, so I carefully spoon hot oil over the tops with a metal spoon during the first minute of frying. This promotes even browning on top while the steaks get crispy underneath.""

2239

kcal

Calories

212

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups self-rising white cornmeal mix, 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano, 3/4 teaspoon pepper, 4 to 6 cubed steaks (about 1 1/2 lb.), and more.

Yes, Country Fried Steak falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Country Fried Steak

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