Country Fried Steak

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat the Blackstone griddle to medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Place a cast iron skillet or disposable aluminum tray on the griddle and pour in up to 1 inch of oil.

3. 3

   Butterfly the steak into roughly 4-ounce pieces, tenderize both sides with a mallet, and season with Blackstone Essential Blend or salt, pepper, and garlic.

4. 4

   In one shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth.

5. 5

   In another shallow bowl, combine 3 cups of flour, crispy fried onions, and additional seasoning.

6. 6

   Coat each steak in the flour mixture, dip it into the eggs, let the excess drip off, then coat it again in the flour mixture.

7. 7

   When the oil reaches 350–375°F, carefully place each steak into the hot oil and cook for 3–5 minutes per side, until golden brown.

8. 8

   Remove the steaks from the oil, reserving ¼ cup of used oil for the gravy, and wrap the steaks in foil to keep warm.

9. 9

   Reduce the griddle heat to medium-low. In a separate cast iron skillet, melt the butter, then whisk in the remaining ½ cup of flour.

10. 10

    Gradually add the milk and reserved oil, whisking constantly to combine. Season to taste, bring to a simmer, and cook for 5–7 minutes until the gravy thickens.

11. 11

    Spoon the gravy over the fried steaks, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.