Description
A classic comfort food dish featuring juicy ground beef patties seasoned with mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and herbs, all smothered in a rich, savory mushroom gravy. Perfect for a hearty family meal, this Salisbury Steak recipe brings tender meat and flavorful gravy together in a satisfying 45-minute stovetop meal.
Ingredients
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Salisbury Steaks
- 1 lb (500g) ground beef (80% lean)
- 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil, for cooking
Mushroom Gravy
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 9 oz (250g) white button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 1/2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 3 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup water (slurry)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Salisbury Steaks: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, finely diced onion, minced garlic, egg, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly incorporated. Shape the mixture into four oval patties, about 3/4-inch thick.
- Cook the Steaks: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until nicely browned and cooked through. Remove the patties from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Mushroom Gravy: In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil along with the thinly sliced onion and sliced mushrooms. Sauté until the onions are translucent and the mushrooms have softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in onion powder, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour in the low-sodium beef broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Thicken the Gravy: Stir in the cornstarch slurry (3 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup water) gradually while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Combine and Serve: Return the browned Salisbury steak patties to the skillet, reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and patties to cook through completely. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm with the mushroom gravy spooned over the top.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef but not too lean to keep the patties juicy.
- Panko breadcrumbs help bind the patties and provide lighter texture.
- Be careful when adding the cornstarch slurry to the gravy to avoid lumps — add slowly while stirring.
- Simmering the patties in gravy ensures they remain tender and flavorful.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
