Ah, Salisbury steak — a classic comfort food that’s basically seasoned ground beef shaped into “steaks” and served with a rich gravy. It’s hearty, filling, and perfect with mashed potatoes or egg noodles. Here’s a traditional recipe:
Salisbury Steak with Mushroom & Onion Gravy
Ingredients (4 servings)
For the steaks:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the gravy:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 8 oz (225 g) mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the steaks
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, chopped onion, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Mix gently until combined — don’t overmix.
- Shape into 4 oval “steaks.”
2. Brown the steaks
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little oil or butter.
- Brown the steaks on both sides for 3–4 minutes.
- Remove and set aside (they will finish cooking in the gravy).
3. Make the gravy
- In the same skillet, melt butter.
- Sauté onions and mushrooms until soft and lightly browned.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir for 1 minute.
- Gradually pour in beef broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
- Add Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer until gravy thickens.
4. Combine steaks and gravy
- Return the steaks to the skillet, spooning gravy over them.
- Cover and simmer on low for 10–15 minutes until steaks are cooked through.
5. Serve
- Traditionally served with:
- Mashed potatoes
- Egg noodles
- Steamed vegetables
Tips
- Don’t overcook the beef — Salisbury steak should stay tender.
- You can make it ahead of time and reheat in gravy — flavors actually improve the next day.
- For a richer gravy, add a splash of heavy cream or a teaspoon of Dijon mustard.
If you want, I can also give a slow cooker version of Salisbury steak that’s extra tender and requires almost no hands-on cooking.
Do you want me to provide that version?
