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In a second shallow bowl, whisk the eggs and 1/2 cup (120ml) of milk together.","group":"Breading","title":"Whisk together 1 1/2 cups of flour, remaining salt, pepper, paprika","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Breading"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Dredge each steak in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and then dredge in the flour again, pressing firmly to ensure a thick coating.","group":"Breading","title":"Dredge each steak","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Breading"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (177°C). Fry steaks for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Remove to a wire rack to drain.","group":"Cooking","title":"Heat vegetable oil","timerMinutes":8,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Discard all but 1 tablespoon of oil from the skillet, leaving the brown bits. Add butter and melt. Whisk in the remaining 1/2 cup (63g) flour to make a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly golden.","group":"Gravy","title":"Discard all but 1 tablespoon of oil from the skillet, leaving the brown bits","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Gravy"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Gradually whisk in the remaining 3 cups (720ml) of milk. Simmer, whisking constantly, until the gravy thickens. Season heavily with black pepper and salt to taste. Serve gravy over the steaks.","group":"Gravy","title":"Gradually whisk in the remaining 3 cups of milk","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Gravy"}],"notes":"Using cube steak is traditional because the pre-tenderized meat holds onto the breading better. If you cannot find cube steak, use a meat mallet to thin and tenderize bottom round or sirloin tips.","cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["Southern American"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["Large skillet","Shallow bowls","Whisk","Wire rack","Meat mallet"],"diet":["high_protein"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten","milk","eggs"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"serving","note":"4 large steaks with gravy"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Breading can be done up to 30 minutes before frying if kept refrigerated, but frying is best done immediately before serving."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store steak and gravy separately in airtight containers.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat steak in an oven at 350°F (177°C) to keep it crispy. Reheat gravy on the stovetop, adding a splash of milk if too thick."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fchicken_fried_steak_5bd0c4d4de%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=924655f1-ae0e-4a8d-96ce-b1b197efcd67","imageAlt":"Chicken-fried steak — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["comfort food","steak","fried","southern","gravy"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Chicken-fried steak","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-03T19:25:49.073Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-03T19:25:49.073Z","related":[{"id":"bagel_with_lox_ba134c5918","slug":"bagel-with-lox","title":"Bagel with Lox","description":"A classic New York-style breakfast featuring a toasted bagel topped with silky cream cheese, savory smoked salmon, salty capers, and fresh red onion.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["New York"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["high_protein","low_sugar"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbagel_with_lox_ba134c5918%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=87e7d1ee-c704-487f-8afc-b50c916cc52b","imageAlt":"Bagel with Lox — recipe cover","tags":["salmon","lox","bagel","breakfast","brunch","quick","high-protein"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":4},{"id":"breakfast_burrito_1eabfe4e76","slug":"breakfast-burrito","title":"Breakfast Burrito","description":"A classic American morning staple featuring savory breakfast sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs, and melted cheddar cheese wrapped in a warm flour tortilla.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":25},"cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["American"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbreakfast_burrito_1eabfe4e76%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=1ae76925-2eb9-4809-8c63-4c7347000b98","imageAlt":"Breakfast Burrito — recipe cover","tags":["breakfast","burrito","eggs","sausage","high protein","easy"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":9,"stepCount":5},{"id":"cheeseburger_e888ac3a3d","slug":"classic-american-cheeseburger","title":"Classic American Cheeseburger","description":"A juicy, perfectly seared beef patty topped with melted cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and tangy pickles on a toasted brioche bun.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":25},"cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["American"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fcheeseburger_e888ac3a3d%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=cdb73eda-0269-4a33-84cb-2cf01a0a4cff","imageAlt":"Classic American Cheeseburger — recipe cover","tags":["cheeseburger","beef","classic","sandwich","grilling"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":10,"stepCount":5}]}