Description
Hearty Midwestern comfort shines through this classic Salisbury steak recipe, celebrating ground beef’s rich potential with savory mushroom gravy. Homestyle cooking delivers pure satisfaction, inviting you to savor each satisfying forkful of nostalgic goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 large egg
Seasoning and Binding:
- ⅓ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Sauce and Accompaniments:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion (sliced thinly)
- 8 ounces (225 g) mushrooms (sliced)
- 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup water
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Craft a savory meat mixture by thoroughly blending ground beef with breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, and aromatic seasonings until ingredients are uniformly incorporated.
- Gently form the seasoned meat into four evenly sized oval patties, ensuring consistent thickness for uniform cooking.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and introduce a light coating of oil, carefully searing the meat patties until a rich golden-brown crust develops on both sides.
- Transfer the seared patties to a separate plate, maintaining their warmth and preserving their caramelized exterior.
- Within the same skillet, melt butter and introduce sliced onions and mushrooms, allowing them to soften and caramelize, releasing their deep, earthy flavors.
- Dust the sautéed vegetables with flour, stirring to create a roux that will thicken the upcoming gravy, cooking briefly to eliminate raw flour taste.
- Gradually incorporate beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, whisking continuously to prevent lumps and create a smooth, rich gravy base.
- Allow the gravy to simmer and reduce, developing a luxurious consistency that coats the back of a spoon while concentrating the flavor profile.
- Nestle the previously seared meat patties back into the skillet, generously coating them with the velvety gravy and allowing them to gently reheat and absorb the surrounding flavors.
- Cover and let the dish harmonize for several minutes, ensuring the meat is thoroughly warmed and the gravy reaches a perfect serving temperature.
- Plate the Salisbury steaks with an abundant ladle of gravy, accompanied by complementary sides like creamy mashed potatoes or tender egg noodles.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef for a healthier version, keeping the meat tender and juicy without excess fat.
- Mix ingredients gently to prevent overworking the meat, which can make the patties tough and dense.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure patties reach 160°F internally for safe consumption without drying out the meat.
- Experiment with alternative proteins like ground turkey or plant-based options for dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg