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Salisbury Steak with Onion Gravy

Tender beef patties in a rich onion and mushroom gravy served over creamy mashed potatoes. This 50-minute comfort dish delivers bold flavor and hearty texture.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300kcal
Author: AI Generator

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 small onion, finely diced (for patties)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp oil or butter (for browning patties)
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 small onion, sliced (for gravy)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme

Instructions

  • Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, finely diced onion, salt, and pepper in a bowl
  • Form mixture into 4 thick oval patties
  • Heat oil/butter in skillet over medium heat
  • Brown patties 3-4 minutes per side
  • Cook sliced onions and mushrooms in same pan until softened
  • Sprinkle flour and stir for 1 minute
  • Whisk in beef broth, simmer 2 minutes
  • Add Worcestershire sauce and thyme, simmer until gravy thickens
  • Return steaks, spoon with gravy, cover, and cook 10-15 minutes
  • Serve over mashed potatoes

Notes

Use 85% lean ground beef for optimal juiciness
Let steaks rest 5 minutes before serving
Can substitute vegetable broth for non-meat version
Gravy thickens best when cooked low and slow