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Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy Recipe

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Classic Salisbury Steak recipe featuring juicy ground beef patties cooked in a savory mushroom-onion gravy. This comforting dish is perfect for a hearty family meal and pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, rice, or vegetables.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Patties

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons A1 steak sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon homemade steak seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

For the Gravy

  • 1 tablespoon butter (initial)
  • 3 tablespoons butter (additional)
  • 1 medium onion (sliced thin)
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ cups beef broth (or stock)
  • Salt and freshly cracked pepper (to taste)
  • 8 oz sliced baby Bella mushrooms

Instructions

  1. Prepare the patties: In a medium bowl, combine ground beef, egg, panko breadcrumbs, A1 steak sauce, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, steak seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well with hands (wearing gloves recommended) until thoroughly combined. Form the mixture into 4 round patties approximately ¾ to 1 inch thick.
  2. Cook the patties: Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Once melted, add the patties and cook for 5 minutes on each side until fully cooked through. Remove patties from skillet and place on a plate. Cover the plate with foil or a lid to keep warm while preparing the gravy.
  3. Prepare the skillet for gravy: Discard any excess grease from the skillet, leaving roughly 1 tablespoon of pan drippings to retain flavor. Do not clean the skillet to preserve the browned bits for the gravy.
  4. Sauté onions: Add 3 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and use a spoon to scrape up browned bits from the bottom. Add the sliced onions and cook for about 5 minutes until translucent and softened.
  5. Make the roux: Sprinkle in the flour and stir it into the butter and onions. Cook the mixture for about 2 minutes, stirring continuously, until the flour is lightly browned and fragrant.
  6. Add beef broth: Gradually pour in the beef broth while stirring constantly to combine it smoothly with the roux. Continue cooking and stirring for 3 to 4 minutes until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning as needed.
  7. Simmer with mushrooms and patties: Add the sliced mushrooms and the cooked patties back into the skillet. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 7 to 10 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and the gravy has thickened further.
  8. Serve: Dish out the Salisbury steaks with generous amounts of mushroom onion gravy. Serve alongside mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite vegetables for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Using panko breadcrumbs ensures a lighter texture in the patties compared to regular breadcrumbs.
  • Homemade steak seasoning can be substituted with your favorite beef seasoning blend.
  • Keep the pan drippings during the gravy preparation for maximum flavor; avoid cleaning the skillet between cooking the patties and making the gravy.
  • Simmering the patties in gravy allows them to absorb more flavor and stay moist.
  • Pair with creamy mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a well-rounded dish.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American