Salisbury Steak (Savory, Saucy, 30-Minute Comfort Food)

Salisbury steak is the ultimate comfort food. Juicy, pan-seared beef patties. Rich mushroom and onion gravy. 30 minutes. Serve with mashed potatoes. Hits the spot every time.

Ingredients

Serves 4.

For the Patties:

• 1½ lbs (675g) ground beef
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp ketchup or Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)

For the Gravy:

• 1 large onion, sliced
• 8 oz (225g) mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make Patties

1. In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, ketchup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Form into 4 oval patties.

Step 2: Pan-Sear

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties 4-5 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.

Step 3: Make Gravy

1. In the same skillet, melt butter. Add onion and mushrooms. Cook 5-7 minutes until softened and golden. Add garlic, cook 1 minute.
2. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables. Cook 1 minute. Slowly whisk in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer until thickened (3-5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.

Step 4: Finish

1. Return patties to the skillet. Spoon gravy over the top. Simmer 5-10 minutes until patties are cooked through.

Step 5: Serve

1. Garnish with parsley. Serve over mashed potatoes or noodles. Savory, saucy, comfort perfected.

Summary

Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 25 min | Total: 40 min

Yield: 4 servings | Difficulty: Easy

Storage Notes

Fridge: 4 days. Reheat in skillet or microwave. Freezer: 3 months. Gravy may separate slightly — whisk while reheating. Great for meal prep.