Salisbury Steak with Rich Onion Gravy

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Don’t LOSE This Classic Comfort Recipe!

Tender, juicy beef patties simmered in a deeply flavorful onion gravy. This timeless dish is cozy, satisfying, and perfect with mashed potatoes or rice.

Ingredients

Salisbury Steaks

  • 500 g ground beef
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon milk or water (optional, for extra juiciness)

Onion Gravy

  • 2 tablespoons butter or oil
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth (warm)
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Salisbury Steaks

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and milk (if using).
  2. Mix gently until just combined — do not overmix or the steaks will be tough.
  3. Divide the mixture into 4–5 oval-shaped patties, slightly flatter than regular burgers.

Brown the Steaks

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a little oil.
  2. Add the patties and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until nicely browned.
  3. Remove steaks from the pan and set aside (they’ll finish cooking later).

Make the Onion Gravy

  1. In the same skillet, add butter or oil.
  2. Add sliced onions and cook over medium heat for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden.
  3. Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir well. Cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
  4. Slowly pour in beef broth while stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
  5. Add Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  6. Simmer for 3–5 minutes, until the gravy thickens.

Simmer the Steaks

  1. Return the browned Salisbury steaks to the skillet, nestling them into the gravy.
  2. Spoon gravy over the tops.
  3. Cover and simmer on low heat for 12–15 minutes, until steaks are fully cooked and tender.

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with:

  • Creamy mashed potatoes 🥔
  • Steamed rice 🍚
  • Egg noodles 🍝
  • Green beans or peas 🥦

Tips & Variations

  • Add mushrooms to the gravy for extra depth
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  • Use panko breadcrumbs for a lighter texture
  • Make it ahead — it tastes even better the next day!
  • Freeze cooked steaks and gravy for up to 2 months

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