Salisbury Steak with Onion Gravy

Salisbury Steak with Onion Gravy

A classic comfort-food dish featuring seasoned beef patties simmered in a rich onion gravy.

Ingredients

For the steaks

• 1½ lbs (680 g) ground beef
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

For the onion gravy

• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• ½ tsp dried thyme (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Make the steaks

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Mix gently and form into 4–6 oval patties.

2. Brown the steaks

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Cook the patties for about 4–5 minutes per side until browned.
3. Transfer to a plate (they do not need to be fully cooked through yet).

3. Prepare the onion gravy

1. In the same skillet, melt the butter.
2. Add the onions and cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and caramelized.
3. Sprinkle the flour over the onions and cook for 1 minute.
4. Gradually whisk in the beef broth.
5. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and thyme.
6. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until the gravy thickens.

4. Finish the dish

1. Return the patties to the skillet.
2. Spoon some gravy over them.
3. Cover and simmer on low for 10–15 minutes, or until the patties are cooked through and tender.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• Creamy mashed potatoes
• Buttered egg noodles
• Rice
• Green beans or roasted vegetables

Makes

4–6 servings

Tip: For extra flavor, add 8 oz (225 g) sliced mushrooms to the onions while making the gravy. The mushrooms absorb the rich beefy flavors and pair perfectly with the Salisbury steak.