Golden-Fried Steak Fingers & Creamy Gravy

For the Steak Fingers

Letting the breaded steak fingers rest for a few minutes helps the coating adhere properly.

Ingredients

• 3 5-ounce cubed round steaks
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ tablespoon black pepper
• ½ tablespoon seasoned salt
• ½ tablespoon garlic powder
• 2 large eggs
• 1 ½ cups buttermilk
• 1 as needed oil for frying

Instructions

1. Cut the cubed round steaks into about 1-inch wide strips. Set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, pepper, seasoned salt, and garlic powder.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.
4. Set up a breading station: a plate or tray with the flour mixture, the bowl with the egg/buttermilk wash, and a final plate or wire rack for the breaded strips.
5. Dredge each steak strip in the flour mixture, then dip it into the egg and buttermilk mixture, coating it generously.
6. Return the steak strip to the flour mixture for a final coating, pressing gently to ensure the flour adheres.
7. Place the coated strips on a wire rack or plate and let them rest for at least 3 minutes. This allows the coating to set and prevents it from falling off during frying.
8. Heat oil to 350°F and fry the steak fingers until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Prep: 10 min • Cook: 15 min • Wait: 3 min

For the Creamy Gravy

Ingredients

• ½ cup oil or pan drippings
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 5 ½ cups milk or heavy cream (5.5-6 cups)
• 1 to taste salt
• 1 to taste pepper

Instructions

1. In a separate skillet or saucepan, heat the oil or fat over medium heat.
2. Gradually whisk in the flour, stirring constantly to create a roux. Cook the roux for 1-2 minutes until small bubbles form and it turns a light, nutty color.
3. Slowly and gradually pour in the milk or cream, whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
4. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency.
5. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Prep: 5 min • Cook: 10 min • Wait: No time