Description
This comforting Salisbury Steak recipe features juicy ground beef patties seared to perfection and simmered in a rich, flavorful onion and beef broth gravy. Enhanced with simple pantry staples like Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder, it’s a classic American main course ideal for a hearty family dinner. The savory gravy pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles, making it a perfect easy-to-make comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Cooking and Gravy
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (cornstarch slurry)
Instructions
- Mix the Patty Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, mixing gently until just combined to avoid tough patties.
- Shape the Patties: Form the mixture into oval-shaped patties, about 4 servings in total, making sure they are evenly sized for consistent cooking.
- Brown the Patties: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and brown them on both sides until nicely seared, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the patties from the skillet and set them aside.
- Cook the Onions: In the same skillet, add the thinly sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they become softened and lightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
- Make the Gravy: Pour in the beef broth and ketchup, scraping up any browned bits stuck to the pan. Stir well to combine the flavors.
- Simmer the Patties: Return the browned patties to the skillet with the gravy. Cover the skillet and simmer over low heat for about 10-15 minutes, until the patties are cooked through.
- Thicken the Gravy: Stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the gravy thickens to a luscious consistency.
- Serve Hot: Spoon the rich onion gravy over the patties and serve immediately, pairing with mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles for a classic comforting meal.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add sliced mushrooms to the onion gravy when cooking the onions.
- Salisbury steak pairs excellently with mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or buttered noodles for a hearty meal.
- To make this recipe dairy-free, ensure the breadcrumbs and Worcestershire sauce used contain no dairy ingredients.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
