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TEXAS CLASSIC
Steak Fingers Are the Forgotten Texas Comfort Food Everyone Should Try
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5.0 (195)|(2 Reviews)Crispy chicken-fried cube steak tenders with seasoned cracker crust, served with rich cream pepper gravy.
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By Stephanie Burt (Recipe Developer)•Published April 24, 2026
⏱ 55 mins
Simply Recipes / Stephanie Burt🔥 540 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Affordable cube steak transformed into crispy steakhouse tenders.
- Homemade country cream gravy for dipping.
TEXAS CLASSIC
Steak Fingers Are the Forgotten Texas Comfort Food Everyone Should Try
A Texas drive-in legend: tender cube steak sliced into finger-friendly strips, double-dredged in seasoned flour, and fried until golden and shatteringly crisp, served with homemade peppery cream gravy.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time40 mins
Total Time55 mins
Servings4 servings
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs tenderized cube steak, cut into 1-inch wide fingers
- 2 cups all-purpose flour & 2 large eggs beaten with 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp cayenne & 1 tsp black pepper
- Oil for pan frying
- 2 tbsp pan drippings whisked with 2 tbsp flour and 1 1/2 cups milk for gravy
Directions
1
Double dredge steak fingers
Season steak fingers. Dredge in flour, dip in egg-milk wash, and dredge in flour again for extra crunch.
2
Fry until golden
Pan fry in 1/2-inch hot oil at 350°F for 3-4 mins per side until deep golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
3
Whisk country gravy
Whisk flour into hot pan drippings, pour in milk, and simmer 3 mins with heavy black pepper.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Double-dredging creates that thick, craggy crust that stays crunchy even when dipped in hot gravy.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories540 kcal
Protein38g
Carbs32g
Total Fat28g
Sodium: 610mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
