Salisbury steak is a classic American comfort food, often made with ground beef and served with a savory gravy. It’s kind of like a hamburger patty, but with a little more flavor and a rich sauce. Here’s a basic rundown of how to make it:
Ingredients:
- For the steak patties:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the gravy:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Make the patties:
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt, and pepper.
- Mix everything together until just combined (don’t overwork it).
- Shape the mixture into 4-6 oval patties, depending on how large you want them.
- Cook the patties:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they’re browned and cooked through. Remove them from the skillet and set them aside.
- Make the gravy:
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they’re softened.
- Stir in the flour and cook for another minute to create a roux (this helps thicken the gravy).
- Gradually whisk in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Season with salt and pepper. Let it cook for about 5 minutes, until it thickens slightly.
- Combine:
- Return the patties to the skillet and spoon some of the gravy over them.
- Cover and let everything simmer for another 5-10 minutes, until the patties are heated through and the flavors meld together.
- Serve:
- Serve the Salisbury steaks with mashed potatoes, rice, or veggies on the side to soak up all that delicious gravy!
It’s a simple dish but super tasty. Do you like Salisbury steak, or have you ever tried making it before?
