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The Most Incredible Juicy Salisbury Steak with Onion Gravy

This Salisbury Steak with Onion Gravy recipe delivers tender, juicy beef patties in a rich, flavorful gravy in just 50 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality comfort food experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salisbury Steaks
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef 80/20 blend
  • 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs or panko
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
Rich Onion Gravy
  • 2 large yellow onions sliced thin
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms optional, for mushroom onion gravy

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, diced onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Gently mix until just combined.
  2. Divide mixture into 6 equal portions and shape into oval patties, about 3/4-inch thick, with a slight indentation in the center.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear patties for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add butter and sliced onions. Cook for 8-10 minutes until caramelized. Add mushrooms if using and cook for 5 minutes until golden.
  5. Sprinkle flour over the onion mixture and stir for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme until smooth.
  6. Return patties to the skillet, nestle into the gravy, cover, and simmer on low for 15-20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F.

Notes

Gently mix patties to avoid toughness. Make an indentation in patties for even cooking. Whisk flour thoroughly to prevent lumpy gravy. Store patties and gravy separately in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months, reheating gently with a splash of broth.
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