Perfect! Here’s a classic, hearty Salisbury steak recipe that serves about 4 people. I’ll break it down step by step so it’s easy to follow.
Ingredients
For the steaks:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the gravy:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Make the patties
- In a bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix gently until just combined—don’t overmix or the steaks will be tough.
- Form into 4 oval-shaped patties.
2. Cook the patties
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a little oil.
- Brown the patties on both sides (about 3–4 minutes per side). They don’t need to be fully cooked—just browned.
- Remove the patties and set aside.
3. Make the gravy
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in the flour and cook 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the beef broth until smooth.
- Add Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Let simmer until slightly thickened, about 3–5 minutes.
4. Combine and simmer
- Return the patties to the skillet, spoon some gravy over them, and cover.
- Simmer on low for 10–15 minutes until the patties are cooked through and the flavors meld.
5. Serve
- Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles, with extra gravy on top.
💡 Tip: You can add sautéed mushrooms to the gravy for an extra savory touch—they pair perfectly with Salisbury steak.
If you want, I can also give you a quick 20-minute “fast version” that’s almost as good but way faster for weeknights. Do you want me to do that?
