In Texas, there are three foods which are considered “sacred” – brisket, chili, and chicken fried steak. Of these, chicken fried steak is often called the unofficial state dish of Texas. The basic dish of breaded and pan-fried or deep-fried cube steak covered in either a white (milk) or brown (beef) gravy is believed to have evolved from wiener schnitzel, a popular dish of Germans immigrants who settled in Texas during the 1800s.
This dish is a simple variation which substitutes ground beef in the place of cube steak. It includes a side recipe for white (milk) gravy made from the pan drippings.
Adapted from Spicy Southern Kitchen
Chicken Fried Hamburger with White Gravy
Description
A simple variation on the classic chicken fried steak substituting ground beef for the cube steak. This recipe includes a white (milk) gravy made from the pan drippings.
Adapted from Spicy Southern Kitchen
Ingredients
Chicken Fried Hamburger
Breading/Frying
White Gravy
Instructions
Chicken Fried Hamburger
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Season ground beef with salt and pepper. Divide into 8 equal sized (3 oz) portions and form into patties approximately 1/2 inch thick.
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In a large bowl add flour, cornmeal, baking power, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, and whisk until well combined. Pour buttermilk into a separate shallow bowl or dish.
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Bread the beef patties by first dredging in the flour mixture, then dipping in the buttermilk to coat, then dredge again. Make sure each patty is evenly coated with flour.
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In a large skillet, pour 1/2 inch of vegetable oil and heat over medium-high heat to approximately 350 degrees.
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Fry patties in the skillet, four at a time, for 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
White Gravy
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After removing the last of the patties from the skillet, drain off all but 1/3 cup of oil, keeping the browned bits, and return to the stove on medium heat.
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Add flour and whisk for 1 minute. Whisk in milk, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir/whisk frequently 3-5 minutes or until thickened.
(If the gravy gets too thick, whisk in small amounts of milk until it reaches the desired consistency.)
Serving Size 1 patty (3 oz)
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 420kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 14g22%
- Saturated Fat 6g30%
- Cholesterol 82mg28%
- Sodium 1176mg49%
- Potassium 620mg18%
- Total Carbohydrate 41g14%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 7g
- Protein 31g62%
- Calcium 16 mg
- Iron 25 mg
- Vitamin D 153 IU
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
