Description
Chicken Fried Steak Bites are a delightful twist on the classic Southern dish, offering crispy, bite-sized pieces of beef steak paired with a creamy, savory gravy. These easy-to-make steak bites are perfect for a comforting meal or even as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. With a crispy exterior and tender inside, this dish brings all the flavors of traditional chicken fried steak into a fun, shareable format.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cubed beef steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
For the Gravy:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dredging Station:
- In a bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- Coat the Steak Bites:
- Dip each cubed steak bite into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and back into the flour mixture. Press gently to ensure a good coating.
- Fry the Steak Bites:
- Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the coated steak bites in batches, cooking each for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Make the Gravy:
- In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to form a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve:
- Serve the crispy steak bites with the creamy gravy on the side or drizzled on top for a delicious and comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes