Country Fried Steaks with Sweet Onion Gravy

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 (4-ounce) beef cube steaks
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon salt, divided
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, divided
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 3 cups beef broth
• 1/4 cup cornstarch

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C) to keep the steaks warm.
2. Season the steaks on both sides with 1/2 tablespoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
3. In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, remaining salt, and pepper.
4. Dip the steaks in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
5. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
6. Fry the steaks for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
7. Transfer the steaks to a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven.
8. In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and cook until softened and slightly caramelized, about 5 minutes.
9. Stir in the brown sugar and cook for 1 minute more.
10. Whisk in the beef broth and bring to a simmer.
11. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 1/4 cup of water to form a slurry.
12. Gradually whisk the cornstarch slurry into the gravy until thickened.
13. Pour the gravy over the steaks and serve hot.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 600
• Fat: 35 grams
• Protein: 40 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory, crispy, and tender
• Rich and flavorful gravy
• Easily accessible ingredients
• Suitable for a special occasion or a hearty family meal

User Comments:

• "The steaks were incredibly juicy and flavorful. The gravy was the perfect complement."
• "This is my go-to dish for when I want to impress my guests. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser."
• "The sweet onion gravy made all the difference. It balanced out the saltiness of the steaks perfectly."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a meat mallet to tenderize the cube steaks before seasoning them.
• Do not overcook the steaks, as they will become tough.
• If the gravy is too thick, add more beef broth until desired consistency is reached.