Description
Learn how to make dependable, flavorful Salisbury steak with this comprehensive guide that includes historical context, troubleshooting tactics, and advanced techniques.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped (or 1 tsp onion powder)
- 1 egg, beaten
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt (1 tsp) and black pepper (1/2 tsp)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil or butter for searing
- For gravy:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef stock (or 1 cup stock + 1 cup water)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gently combine ground beef, onion, egg, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and pepper. Shape into 4 oblong patties.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear patties for 3-4 minutes per side until browned.
- Remove patties and prepare gravy: lower heat, melt butter, add flour, whisk for 1-2 minutes, then whisk in beef stock and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Return patties to the gravy, spoon sauce over them, cover, and simmer for 5-8 minutes.
- Check internal temperature (aim for 160°F), remove patties, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Chill patties briefly before cooking to maintain shape and avoid overmixing the meat for tender results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg