Classic Chicken Fried Steak

The title says it all...classic chicken fried steak. if desired, serve with gravy.

Whisk together flour , onion powder , garlic powder and cayenne.

Transfer to a shallow dish or pie plate.

In a separate shallow dish , whisk together eggs and milk.

Season steaks with salt and pepper.

Dredge each steak in flour , shaking off excess , dip in egg , then back into the flour.

Set coated steaks aside.

Pour about 1 inch of oil into a high-sided pan and heat to medium high.

Place a small cube of bread in the oil.

When it starts to brown , the oil is ready.

Carefully place steaks in oil , working in batches to avoid overcrowding.

When the first side is browned , carefully turn over using a fork or tongs.

Fry another 4-5 minutes on the second side , or until nicely browned.

Transfer steaks to a paper towel-lined plate and keep warm in a low oven.

Repeat with remaining steaks , adding oil if necessary.

flour, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, eggs, milk, beef cube steaks, salt & freshly ground black pepper, vegetable oil