Salisbury steak is a classic comfort dish made from seasoned ground beef patties simmered in rich brown gravy, often served with mashed potatoes or egg noodles.
Ingredients
For the Steaks
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Gravy
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (optional but recommended)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Make the Patties
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Form into 3–4 oval patties.
2. Brown the Steaks
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook patties 4–5 minutes per side until browned.
- Remove from pan and set aside (they’ll finish cooking in the gravy).
3. Make the Gravy
- In the same skillet, add butter, onions, and mushrooms.
- Cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
- Simmer until thickened.
4. Simmer Together
- Return patties to the skillet.
- Cover and simmer for 10–15 minutes until cooked through and tender.
Serving Suggestions
Serve over:
- Creamy mashed potatoes
- Buttered egg noodles
- Rice
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Tips for Extra Flavor
- Add a splash of Dijon mustard to the gravy.
- Mix a little grated parmesan into the beef mixture.
- For a richer sauce, stir in a tablespoon of sour cream at the end.
If you’d like, I can also share a slow cooker version or a lighter, lower-fat variation.
