Servings: 4 People
Calories: 545kcal
Equipment
- Skillet Wooden spoon Whisk or fork Spatula
Ingredients
- Oil for frying
- 1 pound tenderized cube steaks
- ½ cup saltine cracker crumbs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1½ teaspoons salt
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet or electric fryer with enough oil to cover the steak up to about 1/2 inch deep. The oil should reach 375 degrees Fahrenheit before you add the cube steak.
- While the oil is heating, mix together the saltine cracker crumbs, ground black pepper, and 1/2 cup of the all-purpose flour on a plate.
- Dip each cube of steak into the buttermilk, letting any excess drip off, then dredge it in the cracker crumb mixture, pressing gently to make sure the coating adheres.
- Mix together the remaining cup of all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup of water in a bowl to make a paste.
- Dip each piece of steak into the flour paste, making sure it is coated evenly.
- Carefully place the steaks into the preheated oil. Fry for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, turning once halfway through cooking.
- Remove the steaks from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to help absorb any extra oil. Sprinkle with salt while still hot and serve.
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Notes
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the steaks to ensure that they cook evenly and get a nice golden-brown color.
- Use freshly cracked black pepper for the best flavor.
- For a healthier version, you can bake the steaks instead of frying them. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
Calories: 545kcal
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