Copycat Cracker Barrel Country Fried Steak Recipe

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt reduces calories while providing tanginess.

beef steak

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork cutlets

Chicken breast is lower in fat and pork cutlets are often less expensive.

gravy

🥗Healthier: mushroom sauce

💰Cheaper: canned gravy

Mushroom sauce is lighter and adds flavor, while canned gravy is budget-friendly.

Tenderize the beef steak with a meat mallet until about 1/2 inch thick.

Season the steak with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Dip the seasoned steak into buttermilk, ensuring it's fully coated.

In a separate bowl, mix flour with paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Dredge the buttermilk-coated steak in the flour mixture, pressing to adhere.

Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Fry the steak for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Remove the steak and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

In the same skillet, prepare gravy using the drippings, adding flour and stirring until thickened.

Serve the fried steak topped with gravy.

Cooking Techniques

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