Chicken Fried Steak with Milk Gravy

Step 1

In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk. In a separate shallow dish, combine 1 cup of the flour with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Dredge each cube steak in the seasoned flour, dip into the egg mixture, then dredge again in the flour, pressing to adhere.

Step 3

Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Step 4

Fry the cube steaks in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side, then transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.

Step 5

Pour off all but 3 tablespoons of the oil from the skillet, then melt the butter into the drippings.

Step 6

Whisk in the remaining 1/2 cup flour and cook for 1 minute, then gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the gravy thickens, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Season the gravy with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8

Serve the chicken fried steaks warm with the gravy spooned generously over the top.