Description
This Homemade Salisbury Steak recipe offers a comforting, savory dish featuring juicy beef patties cooked to perfection and smothered in a rich, flavorful mushroom-free gravy. Made with simple ingredients and cooked in a skillet, it’s an easy yet hearty meal perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef (Use 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio for juiciness)
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (Plain breadcrumbs for binding)
- 1 medium Onion (Finely chopped for flavor and moisture)
- 1 large Egg (Acts as a binder)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (Enhances savory flavor)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Essential seasoning)
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly cracked for best flavor)
For the Gravy
- 2 cups Beef Broth (Low-sodium preferred)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce (Adds tangy depth)
- 2 tablespoons Flour (Used to thicken the gravy)
- 2 tablespoons Cooking Oil (For frying the patties)
Instructions
- Prepare the Onion: Chop the onion finely and set it aside to be incorporated into the meat mixture for added flavor and moisture.
- Mix the Patty Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, finely chopped onion, egg, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands or a spoon until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat to keep patties tender.
- Shape the Patties: Divide the meat mixture evenly into four portions. Shape each portion into an oval patty approximately ¾ inch thick to ensure even cooking.
- Brown the Patties: Heat the cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the patties in the hot skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, until they develop a nice brown crust and are cooked through.
- Keep Patties Warm: Transfer the cooked patties to a plate and loosely cover with foil to retain heat while you prepare the gravy.
- Make the Gravy Base: Reduce the skillet heat to medium and add the flour to the remaining oil and drippings. Stir continuously for about 1 minute to cook the flour and form a roux, which will thicken the gravy.
- Add Liquids to Thicken: Gradually whisk in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook the mixture for 4-5 minutes until the gravy thickens and becomes smooth.
- Simmer Patties in Gravy: Return the browned patties to the skillet and spoon the thickened gravy over them. Simmer on low heat for 5 minutes to meld flavors and reheat the patties.
- Serve: Remove from heat and let the Salisbury steaks sit for a few minutes. Serve warm, generously spooned with the rich gravy.
Notes
- Use 80/20 ground beef to ensure the patties stay juicy and flavorful.
- Do not overmix the meat mixture to keep the patties tender.
- If preferred, mushrooms can be added to the gravy for extra flavor, though the original recipe excludes them.
- Low-sodium beef broth is recommended to control the saltiness of the dish.
- Letting the patties rest for a few minutes after cooking improves juiciness and flavor absorption.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or egg noodles for a classic meal.
