Classic Salisbury Steak Recipe – Comfort Food Dinner
Salisbury steak is a timeless comfort food made with seasoned ground beef patties simmered in a savory mushroom gravy. Served with mashed potatoes or rice, this hearty dish is perfect for cozy family dinners and delivers rich flavor in every bite.
Equipment
- Large skillet or sauté pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
For the patties:
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- ½ small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the gravy:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix patties: In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Shape into oval patties.
- Brown patties: Heat oil in skillet. Brown patties on both sides (about 3–4 minutes each). Remove and set aside.
- Prepare gravy base: In same skillet, melt butter. Sauté onions and mushrooms until golden. Sprinkle flour, stir, and cook 1 minute.
- Add liquid: Slowly whisk in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer until thickened.
- Simmer patties: Return patties to skillet. Cover and simmer in gravy for 15–20 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve hot: Plate with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles. Spoon gravy generously over patties.
- Tip: Rest patties briefly before serving to lock in juices.
Notes
- Meat choice: Use 80/20 beef for juiciness; turkey or chicken for lighter versions.
- Gravy variations: Add red wine for depth, or omit mushrooms for onion-only gravy.
- Make-Ahead: Patties can be shaped and refrigerated up to 24 hours before cooking.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days; freeze patties and gravy separately up to 2 months.
- Pairings: Best with mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or roasted vegetables.