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Salisbury Steak Recipe

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This classic Salisbury Steak recipe features tender ground beef patties cooked with sautéed onions and mushrooms in a rich, savory brown gravy made from beef broth and a blend of seasonings. A comforting and hearty meal perfect for serving over mashed potatoes or egg noodles.

Ingredients

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For the Patties

  • 1½ pounds lean ground beef
  • ¼ cup condensed beef broth
  • ½ cup Panko bread crumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Mushroom Gravy

  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • ½ tablespoon all-purpose flour (from 1 tablespoon total)
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
  • ½ cup water
  • Remaining 1¼ cups (about) condensed beef broth (from 15.5 ounce can)

Instructions

  1. Sauté Onions and Mushrooms: In a 12-inch skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onion and cook until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the sliced mushrooms and continue cooking until the liquid has been released and nearly evaporated. Transfer this mushroom and onion mixture to a bowl and set aside.
  2. Prepare Beef Patties: In a large bowl, combine the lean ground beef, ¼ cup of the condensed beef broth, Panko bread crumbs, egg, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix gently just to combine, then shape the mixture into six patties approximately 4 inches in diameter.
  3. Make the Gravy Base: In a small bowl, add the tablespoon of flour and about 2 tablespoons of beef broth, whisking until smooth to form a slurry. Then add the remaining condensed beef broth, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard powder, and water. Whisk together to combine.
  4. Brown the Patties: Place half of the beef patties into the same skillet over medium heat. Brown each patty for about 2 minutes per side; they do not need to be fully cooked at this stage. Remove the browned patties to a plate and repeat with the remaining patties.
  5. Combine Patties and Sauce: Return all the browned patties to the skillet. Top evenly with the sautéed mushroom and onion mixture. Pour the prepared sauce over the patties and vegetables.
  6. Simmer to Finish: Bring the skillet contents to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat. Cover the skillet and cook for 14 to 20 minutes or until the beef patties are fully cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  7. Serve: Remove from heat and serve the Salisbury steaks hot, ideally over creamy mashed potatoes or buttered egg noodles for a delicious, hearty meal.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the burger mixture to keep the patties tender.
  • Using lean ground beef helps reduce excess grease in the pan.
  • Panko breadcrumbs give a lighter texture compared to regular breadcrumbs.
  • You can substitute fresh mushrooms with canned mushrooms if needed—drain well before cooking.
  • If unavailable, regular beef broth can replace condensed broth, but you may need to reduce liquid to thicken the sauce.
  • Leftover Salisbury steak can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.

Keywords: Salisbury Steak, ground beef patties, mushroom gravy, comfort food, main dish, stovetop recipe, beef broth sauce, home cooking

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