Description
This classic Salisbury Steak recipe features juicy, flavorful beef patties simmered in a rich mushroom and onion gravy. A comforting and hearty dish perfect for a family dinner, served best with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Steak Patties
- 1½ lbs. lean ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup minced onion
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (or any mustard)
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
For Cooking and Gravy
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 8 oz. cremini mushrooms (sliced)
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp water
Instructions
- Prepare the Patties: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, minced onion, beaten egg, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, dried oregano, and ground black pepper until just mixed. Shape the mixture into four oblong patties, approximately 5¾ inches each.
- Brown the Patties: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and fry for 4 to 6 minutes, flipping once, until browned evenly on both sides. Remove the patties and transfer them to a plate, covering with foil to keep warm.
- Make the Gravy & Simmer Patties: In the same skillet, add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thinly sliced yellow onion, and sliced cremini mushrooms. Bring the mixture to a boil. Return the browned patties to the skillet, cover with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and let simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld and patties to cook through. Then transfer the patties to a plate and cover again with foil.
- Thicken the Gravy: Increase the heat to medium and bring the skillet mixture back to a boil. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Stir the slurry into the onion and mushroom mixture and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently until the gravy thickens. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Pour the thickened mushroom and onion gravy over the patties and serve immediately with your preferred side dishes.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease during cooking.
- Make sure not to overmix the meat mixture to keep the patties tender.
- The gravy can be made ahead and reheated, but it’s best served fresh.
- Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Freeze any leftover patties for up to 3 months; thaw before reheating in a skillet with gravy.
