Description
This classic Hamburger Steak recipe, topped with rich and savory onion gravy, makes a hearty and comforting meal perfect for any night of the week. Ground beef patties flavored with garlic, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce are seared to perfection and served with a deeply flavorful gravy made from caramelized onions and a blend of beef and chicken broths.
Ingredients
For the Hamburger Steaks
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ½ lbs. ground beef (85% lean)
- 4 Tablespoons frozen butter (shredded)
- ½ cup yellow onion (very finely minced)
- 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
- 3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
For the Onion Gravy
- 2 yellow onions (sliced into ¾ inch strings)
- 3 Tablespoons cold unsalted butter (divided)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ cup cold water
- 3 tablespoons corn starch
Instructions
- Prepare the Hamburger Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with the finely minced yellow onion, shredded frozen butter, minced garlic, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly incorporated without overworking the meat to keep the burgers tender.
- Form and Cook Patties: Shape the beef mixture into 4 evenly sized patties. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired doneness, typically until they are nicely browned on the outside and cooked through inside. Remove patties from the pan and set aside to rest.
- Sauté Onions and Make Gravy: In the same skillet, add 1 ½ tablespoons of the cold unsalted butter. Add the sliced onions and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and fragrant, about 10-15 minutes. Sprinkle in onion powder and garlic powder during cooking. Add chicken broth, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce to the pan, stirring to combine. In a separate small bowl, whisk together cold water and corn starch until smooth, then gradually pour into the skillet while stirring. Continue cooking until the gravy thickens, about 3-5 minutes. Add the remaining butter and stir until melted for a rich finish.
- Serve: Place the hamburger steaks on plates and generously spoon the warm onion gravy over the top. Serve immediately with your choice of sides such as mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- Do not overmix the ground beef to ensure tender hamburger steaks.
- Using frozen shredded butter in the patties helps keep them juicy as they cook.
- Caramelizing the onions slowly is key to developing deep flavor in the gravy.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper, after cooking.
- For thicker gravy, let it simmer a little longer; for thinner, add a splash more broth.
