# What you'll need:
→ Steak
01 - 4 beef cube steaks (5.3–6.3 oz each)
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour (4.4 oz)
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - ½ cup whole milk (120 ml)
05 - 1 cup breadcrumbs (2.1 oz)
06 - 1 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1 tsp onion powder
08 - 1 tsp paprika
09 - ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
10 - 1 tsp salt
11 - ½ tsp black pepper
12 - Vegetable oil, for frying
→ Creamy White Gravy
13 - 3 tbsp pan drippings or unsalted butter
14 - 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
15 - 2 cups whole milk (16 fl oz)
16 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
17 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Pat cube steaks dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture.
02 - Arrange three shallow bowls: one with flour combined with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper; one with beaten eggs mixed with ½ cup milk; and one with breadcrumbs.
03 - Dredge each steak first in the seasoned flour, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally press into the breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
04 - Pour vegetable oil to a depth of approximately ⅜ inch in a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat until shimmering.
05 - Cook steaks in batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to paper towel–lined plate and keep warm.
06 - Remove all but 3 tablespoons of oil from skillet. Add flour and whisk continuously for 1 minute over medium heat.
07 - Gradually whisk in milk, scraping browned bits from skillet. Cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
08 - Plate fried steaks hot, spoon creamy white gravy over the top, and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
