Description
Hearty and comforting Salisbury steak brings classic American diner nostalgia to your dinner table. Savory beef patties smothered in rich mushroom gravy promise a satisfying meal that connects comfort with home-cooked deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
- 1 large egg
Dry Mix Ingredients:
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 8 ounces (8 oz) mushrooms, sliced (white or cremini)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Gently blend ground beef with breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a spacious mixing vessel, ensuring thorough yet careful incorporation.
- Delicately form the meat mixture into four symmetrical, elongated patties, handling the blend with minimal manipulation to preserve tenderness.
- Warm olive oil in a substantial skillet positioned over medium-high thermal intensity, creating a sizzling surface for searing.
- Carefully introduce the meat patties to the heated pan, allowing each side to caramelize and develop a rich, golden-brown exterior for approximately 3-4 minutes per surface.
- Once sufficiently browned, transfer the partially cooked patties to a separate plate, preparing them for their final flavor transformation in an upcoming gravy bath.
- The strategic removal preserves the meat’s juiciness and sets the stage for the subsequent cooking phase, where additional flavor development will occur.
Notes
- Opt for lean ground beef to reduce fat content while maintaining a juicy texture.
- Experiment with different breadcrumb types like panko or gluten-free alternatives for varied dietary needs.
- Enhance flavor by adding finely chopped fresh herbs like parsley or thyme to the meat mixture.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 160°F for safe consumption, preventing overcooking and maintaining tenderness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg