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Classic Salisbury Steak Recipe

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Classic Salisbury Steak is a comforting American dish featuring juicy oval-shaped beef patties seasoned with a blend of spices and cooked in a rich mushroom onion gravy. This recipe makes six servings and is perfect for a hearty family dinner, delivering tender meat infused with savory flavors and a velvety gravy made from scratch.

Ingredients

Steak Mixture

  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1½ teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, plus more for serving
  • 1½ pounds 90/10 ground beef
  • ¾ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Gravy

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • ¾ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Better Than Bouillon beef base, or 1 beef bouillon cube

Garnish

  • Minced fresh parsley leaves (optional)

Instructions

  1. Mix the spices: Prepare the spice blend by combining sea salt, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, Worcestershire sauce, and freshly cracked black pepper to season the meat mixture adequately.
  2. Make the steaks: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, ketchup, pre-mixed spices, and black pepper to create a binding mixture that will give flavor and moisture to the patties.
  3. Make the patties: In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef and breadcrumbs with your hands. Add the egg mixture and mix well without overworking the meat. Form the mixture into six oval-shaped patties about 1 inch thick.
  4. Brown the patties: Heat 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot and shimmering, add the beef patties. Cook undisturbed for about 4 minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked through. Remove patties to a plate.
  5. Make the gravy: In the same skillet, heat 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, about 6 to 8 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook until softened, approximately 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Thicken the gravy: Add the butter to the skillet and melt it. Stir in the flour, mustard powder, sea salt, garlic powder, and onion powder to create a roux. Slowly pour in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and beef base or bouillon cube while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
  7. Simmer the patties: Increase heat to medium-high and bring the gravy to a boil. Carefully nestle the browned patties back into the skillet. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer gently for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the patties reaches 160°F (71°C), ensuring they are fully cooked and tender.
  8. Serve: Divide the Salisbury steaks among plates and spoon the rich mushroom onion gravy over them. Garnish with minced fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.

Notes

  • For best results, avoid over-mixing the meat to keep the patties tender and juicy.
  • You can substitute cremini mushrooms with white button mushrooms if unavailable.
  • Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure food safety.
  • The gravy can be made ahead and reheated gently before serving.
  • If gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour alternatives in the recipe.

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