Cactus Chicken Fried Steak

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 11

Cactus Chicken Fried Steak Recipe for a Spicy and Tasty Delight

by The Chefin Main

Prep

25 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

580

Sugar

Fat

27g

Cactus Chicken Fried Steak is a Tex-Mex inspired dish that combines the flavors of cactus, jalapenos and chicken fried steak. Cactus is a staple in Mexican cuisine and is known for its unique flavor and health benefits. This dish is easy to make and is perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner. The steak is coated in a crispy flour mixture and is then fried to perfection. It is served with a spicy jalapeno gravy with a cactus twist. This dish is a crowd-pleaser and is sure to leave your taste buds wanting more.

Instructions

1.	In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and water.
2.	In another shallow bowl, combine flour and 1 tablespoon of jalapeno seasoning salt.
3.	Coat each steak in flour mixture, dip in egg mixture, and coat again with flour mixture.
4.	In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
5.	Cook steaks for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
6.	Remove steaks from skillet and keep warm.
7.	In the same skillet, whisk milk, chicken bouillon and remaining jalapeno seasoning salt.
8.	Cook over medium-high heat, whisking constantly, until thickened.
9.	Serve steaks with gravy on top.

PROS

Cactus Chicken Fried Steak is a unique twist on classic chicken fried steak with a spicy kick!
It is easy to make and is perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.

CONS

This dish is deep-fried, making it high in calories and fat.

It is important to consume in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cactus has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties and may help regulate blood sugar levels.
Chicken is an excellent source of protein and is important for building and repairing muscle tissues, while eggs are a good source of vitamins and minerals such as B12 and phosphorus.

	6 steaks , Cubed
	3 eggs
	1/2 cup water
	2 cups unbleached flour
	1 tablespoon vegetable oil , For Frying
	2 1/2 cups milk
	1 tablespoon instant chicken bouillon or 1 tablespoon chicken base
	3 tablespoons jalapeno seasoning salt