Texas Roadhouse Country Fried Steak (Copycat Recipe)

This classic Country Fried Steak recipe captures the essence of Texas Roadhouse with its crispy, golden-brown breading and tender beef. Served with a rich, creamy gravy, this dish is a comforting favorite that embodies Southern hospitality. Perfect for a hearty dinner, it pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or green beans.

Ingredients:

• 4 beef cube steaks
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
• 2 cups milk (for gravy)
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for gravy)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. In a shallow dish, mix together 1 cup of flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
3. In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and 1/2 cup of milk.
4. Dredge each cube steak in the flour mixture, then dip it into the egg mixture, and finally coat it again in the flour mixture. Press the flour onto the meat to ensure a good coating.
5. Carefully place the breaded steaks into the hot oil, frying them for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
6. Remove the steaks from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7. For the gravy, drain excess oil from the skillet, leaving about 1/4 cup. Add 1/4 cup of flour to the skillet and whisk over medium heat for about 1 minute.
8. Slowly whisk in 2 cups of milk, stirring constantly until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Serve the fried steaks hot, topped with the creamy gravy.