Dairy Queen Dude Chicken Fried Steak Sandwich
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
544 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Dairy Queen Dude Chicken Fried Steak Sandwich
Description
This recipe uses beef cutlets such as top sirloin, cube steak, or tenderized round steak seasoned with salt and pepper. The cutlets are dredged in flour seasoning, dipped in a buttermilk and water mixture, then coated again in seasoned flour before resting briefly. Cooking takes place in hot vegetable oil heated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, frying the meat pieces until both sides develop a crisp, browned crust. Excess oil is drained on paper towels.
The sandwich is assembled by placing the crispy chicken fried steak patty on the bottom half of a hamburger bun, topped with sliced tomatoes and iceberg lettuce. Mayonnaise is spread on the top bun before closing the sandwich. Optional variations include adding pickles, onions, or cheese slices to customize flavor and texture.
The process balances tender beef interior with a crunchy outer coating from the double flour dredge and frying. The fresh vegetables and mayonnaise add moisture and brightness to the rich, fried meat. This sandwich is suited for casual meals where a satisfying, crisp-tender meat sandwich is desired, mimicking a classic diner-style preparation.
Ingredients
- 4 ounce beef cutlets you can use top sirloin, cube steak, round steak, tenderized
- 2 flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup water
- 4 Hamburger Bun
- 8 lices tomato
- 8 pieces iceberg lettuce
- 4 tablespooons mayonnaise
- vegetable oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat oil in a deep skillet to 350 degrees. Add enough oil to cover the bottom 1 1/2 inches of the pan. Prepare seasoned flour by adding flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Stir dry ingredients together with a fork. In another shallow dish mix together the buttermilk and the water. Season beef cutlets with salt and pepper.
- Dredge the meat in the flour, then the buttermilk, and then the flour. Ideally, allow the floured cutlets to rest for 10-15 minutes before cooking. Cook meat cutlets in the hot oil, flip over when the bottom has browned. When both sides are browned remove and allow cooked meat patties to drain on paper towels.
- Assemble the sandwich by placing the chicken fried steak patty on the bottom bun, then build by adding 2 sliced tomatoes, and then the lettuce. Spread mayonnaise on the top bun and place the top bun on the sandwich. Variations: You can add pickles and onions, and even a slice of cheese.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 544 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 544kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 34g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Cholesterol | 76mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 940mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 728mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 1140IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 11.1mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 177mg | 18% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.