Steak fingers are strips of tenderized cube steak coated in seasoned flour and fried until crispy in hot oil. They are served hot with creamy country gravy for dipping, making them a popular Southern comfort food.
To make steak fingers, first, the cube steak is cut into strips, then coated in a mixture of flour, Cajun seasoning, and baking powder. Next, the strips are dipped in a blend of milk, eggs, and Worcestershire sauce before being fried in a skillet until golden brown on both sides.
After frying, they are drained on paper towels and kept warm in the oven until ready to serve. The country gravy, made by whisking butter, seasoned flour, and milk in the same skillet, should be thick enough to coat the steak fingers. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the oven for later enjoyment.
Steak Fingers Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Tenderized cube steak
- 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- 3 1/4 cups Milk divided
- 3 Large eggs
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 5 tbsp Butter
- Salt and pepper
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C). Pat cube steak dry and cut into strips.
- Mix flour, Cajun seasoning, and baking powder in a bowl.
- Whisk 3/4 cup milk, eggs, and Worcestershire sauce in another bowl.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Dip steak strips in flour, then egg, then flour again.
- Fry strips in oil for 1-2 minutes per side until golden.
- Drain on paper towels and keep warm in the oven.
- Wipe skillet and return to medium heat.
- Melt butter and whisk in 1/4 cup seasoned flour until bubbling.
- Gradually whisk in 2 cups milk until gravy thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper. Add more milk if too thick.
- Serve hot steak fingers with warm country gravy for dipping.
Notes
- Crispy Coating: For extra crunch, double-dip the steak strips in the flour and egg mixtures before frying.
- Flavor Boost: Add a pinch of paprika or garlic powder to the flour mixture for enhanced taste.
- Gravy Perfection: Gradually whisk in milk to control the thickness of the gravy; adjust seasoning to taste for a flavorful finish.
Nutrition Facts:
| Nutrition | Value |
|---|---|
| Calories | 440 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 45g |
| Protein | 50g |
| Fat | 51g |
| Cholesterol | 195mg |
| Sodium | 1248mg |
| Sugar | 9g |
How Can I Make the Steak Fingers Extra Crispy?
For extra crispiness, pat the steak strips dry before coating them with flour. Double-dip them in flour and egg for a thicker crust, then fry in hot oil (350-375°F) until golden brown.
How Do I Know When the Country Gravy is Done?
Cook the gravy until it coats the back of a spoon without dripping off too quickly. Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and pepper. If too thick, add a bit more milk; if too thin, simmer until it thickens slightly.
These tips will help you achieve deliciously crispy steak fingers with creamy country gravy!
