Begin by pouring 1 cup of buttermilk into a shallow dish. Place your 4 cube steaks in the buttermilk, ensuring they are fully submerged. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

While the steaks soak, prepare your seasoned flour mixture by combining 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of seasoned salt, 1 teaspoon each of black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.

Remove the cubes from the buttermilk and dredge each steak in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring a thick coating.

Carefully place the coated steaks into the hot oil, frying for about 4-5 minutes per side.

Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them drain on a plate lined with paper towels.

Serve the crispy fried steaks hot, generously topped with warm peppered country gravy.