Description
This Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy recipe features flavorful beef patties seasoned with a blend of herbs and condiments, seared to perfection, and served smothered in a rich, homemade mushroom gravy. It’s a comforting, classic American dish perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
For the Salisbury Steak Patties
- 1 pound ground beef, 90% lean
- 1/2 onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 1/2 teaspoons milk
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
For the Mushroom Gravy
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, for sautéing
- 1/2 yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 8 ounces brown mushrooms, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons ketchup
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Patties: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with finely diced onion, minced garlic, panko bread crumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, sea salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, ketchup, milk, and Dijon mustard. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined, then shape the mixture into 4 even patties.
- Cook the Patties: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the patties in the skillet and cook until they develop a golden brown crust and are cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side depending on thickness. Once done, remove the patties from the skillet and set aside, keeping them warm.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the finely diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent. Add the minced garlic and unsalted butter, cooking until fragrant. Then add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are nicely browned and have released their moisture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Make the Gravy: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, beef broth, water, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, ketchup, sea salt, and ground black pepper until smooth. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the mushrooms and vegetables. Stir continuously and cook until the gravy thickens to a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Combine and Serve: Return the cooked beef patties to the skillet, nestling them into the mushroom gravy. Spoon the gravy over the patties to coat them well. Let everything heat together for a few minutes so the patties absorb the flavors. Serve immediately, spooning extra gravy over each portion.
Notes
- For best results, let the patties rest a few minutes after mixing to help them hold together during cooking.
- Use fresh mushrooms for a richer gravy flavor; cremini or button mushrooms work well as a substitute.
- Adjust seasoning in the gravy to taste, balancing salt and Worcestershire sauce for depth.
- Serve Salisbury steak over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
