Description
This classic Salisbury steak recipe delivers juicy, pan-seared beef patties simmered in a rich, homemade mushroom-onion gravy. It’s pure comfort food—simple to make and packed with deep, satisfying flavor. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or looking for a nostalgic meal to enjoy solo, this dish checks every box. Serve it over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice for the ultimate hearty dinner.
Ingredients
1. For the steaks:
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
- ⅓ cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion, grated
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
2. For the gravy:
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1½ cups sliced mushrooms
- 1½ cups beef broth (low sodium)
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (or 2 tbsp flour)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Form into 4–6 oval patties.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet and sear patties on both sides (about 3–4 minutes per side), then remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté sliced onions and mushrooms until golden, about 8–10 minutes.
- Add butter and tomato paste. Stir for 1 minute.
- Sprinkle in flour or stir in cornstarch slurry. Slowly whisk in beef broth and Worcestershire.
- Return patties to the pan and cover. Simmer 15–20 minutes until fully cooked and gravy thickens.
- Serve hot with mashed potatoes or noodles.
Notes
- Don’t skip browning the meat—it adds tons of flavor.
- You can substitute ground turkey or plant-based meat if preferred.
- For a richer gravy, use a mix of beef broth and cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American