Salisbury Steak

Name: Salisbury Steak
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20); 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs; 1 large egg; 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 8 oz cremini or white button mushrooms, sliced; 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups beef broth; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; 2 tbsp ketchup; 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard

Seasoned ground beef patties smothered in a rich mushroom-onion gravy and served over mashed potatoes or egg noodles. A quintessential American comfort food dinner that comes together in one skillet.

45 minMediumServes 4540 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20)
1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
1 large egg
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
2 tbsp unsalted butter
8 oz cremini or white button mushrooms, sliced
1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups beef broth
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tbsp ketchup
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, combine 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20), 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
2

Divide the mixture into 4 equal oval-shaped patties, about 3/4 inch thick.
3

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties until browned, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
4

Melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add 1 thinly sliced yellow onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Add 8 oz sliced cremini or white button mushrooms and cook until golden, about 5 minutes. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook 1 minute more.
5

Sprinkle 2 tbsp all-purpose flour over the mushroom mixture and stir to coat. Cook 1 minute, then gradually whisk in 2 cups beef broth. Stir in 2 tbsp ketchup and 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard.
6

Return the patties to the skillet. Simmer covered over low heat until patties reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C), about 8 to 10 minutes, turning once.
7

Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning. Serve patties topped with mushroom gravy.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Salisbury Steak reach?

For Salisbury Steak, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 6. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Why does Salisbury Steak say not to overmix?

Step 1 reads: "Mix until just combined; do not overmix." Stirring develops gluten, and gluten makes quick batters tough and tunneled. Stop at step 1 while a few streaks of flour remain; they hydrate on their own.

What can I use instead of Worcestershire sauce in Salisbury Steak?

The entry for Salisbury Steak calls for 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce. In its place: Soy sauce with a few drops of vinegar and a pinch of sugar.

Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef in Salisbury Steak?

Yes. Choose turkey that is not extra-lean and add a tablespoon of oil to the pan, because turkey has less fat and browns more slowly. Season it a little harder than you would beef. As written, the entry for Salisbury Steak uses 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20).

Can I make Salisbury Steak gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Salisbury Steak is 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs, 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 2 tbsp all-purpose flour. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko; the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos; the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Salisbury Steak contain fish?

Yes: 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy, eggs and fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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