Tom's Chicken Fried Steak Recipe

Name: Tom's Chicken Fried Steak
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs round steaks; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; ¾ teaspoon salt; 1 ½ cups buttermilk; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce; 2 garlic cloves (minced); 3 cups peanut oil; gravy; ¼ cup pan dripping; 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups heavy cream; 1 cup chicken stock; ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; salt

Servings: persons

2 lbs round steaks
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
¾ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups buttermilk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce
2 garlic cloves (minced)
3 cups peanut oil
gravy
¼ cup pan dripping
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup chicken stock
½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
salt

1
Cut steaks into desired portion size.
2
Pound until about 1/4 in thick.
3
Place flour in a shallow bowl.
4
In a second dish, stir together baking powder, baking soda, pepper and salt.
5
Mix in buttermilk, egg, pepper sauce and garlic.
6
The mixture will be thin.
7
Dredge each steak, first in flour then in batter.
8
Dunk steaks back into flour and dredge well, patting in the flour until the surface of the meat is dry.
9
Add enough peanut oil in a deep cast iron skillet, or dutch oven to fry steaks in at least 2 inches of oil.
10
Bring temp of oil to 325 degrees.
11
Fry the steaks, pushing them down under the oil or turning them over as they bob to the surface, (7 or 8 min.)
12
or until the are golden brown.
13
Drain on paper towels while preparing gravy.
14
Gravy:.
15
Pour off all but about 1/4 Cup of drippings from the meat.
16
Place skillet over medium heat.
17
Sprinkle in flour, stirring and mashing to avoid lumps.
18
Add chicken stock and cream.
19
Simmer till liquid is thickened and the flour taste is gone.

3177

kcal

Calories

249

Fat

109

Carbs

145

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs round steaks, 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Tom's Chicken 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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Tom's Chicken Fried Steak

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