🍄🥩 Classic Salisbury Steak with Rich Mushroom Gravy

Classic Salisbury Steak with Rich Mushroom Gravy is a timeless comfort food made with tender seasoned beef patties simmered in a savory mushroom and onion gravy. It’s hearty, budget-friendly, and delicious served over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.

Prep Time

• Prep: 20 minutes
• Cook: 35–40 minutes
• Total: About 1 hour

Servings

6 servings

Ingredients

Salisbury Steak Patties

• 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 recommended)
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• ¼ cup milk
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)

Mushroom Onion Gravy

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 3 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• ½ teaspoon thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Make the Patties

1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, onion powder, salt, pepper, and parsley.
2. Mix gently until combined.
3. Shape into 6 oval patties.

2. Brown the Steaks

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Sear patties for 3–4 minutes per side until browned.
3. Remove and set aside.

3. Make the Mushroom Gravy

1. Add butter to the same skillet.
2. Cook mushrooms and onions for 8–10 minutes until golden and softened.
3. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir for 1 minute.
5. Slowly whisk in beef broth.
6. Add Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, thyme, salt, and pepper.
7. Simmer until gravy thickens.

4. Finish Cooking

1. Return beef patties to the skillet.
2. Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes until cooked through and tender.
3. Spoon mushroom gravy over the steaks before serving.

Serving Suggestions

• 🥔 Creamy mashed potatoes
• 🍜 Buttered egg noodles
• 🍚 Steamed rice
• 🥦 Green beans
• 🥖 Dinner rolls

Variations

🧀 Cheesy Salisbury Steak

Add:

• Swiss or provolone cheese on top before serving

🥓 Bacon Salisbury Steak

Add:

• Crumbled bacon to the beef mixture or gravy

🥘 Slow Cooker Version

• Brown patties first.
• Add gravy ingredients and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours.

Storage

• Refrigerator: Keeps for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze with gravy for up to 3 months.
• Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Tips for the Best Salisbury Steak

• Don’t overmix the beef mixture—gentle mixing keeps patties tender.
• Brown the patties well for deeper flavor.
• Use a mix of mushrooms for a richer gravy.
• Let the steaks simmer in the gravy so they absorb maximum flavor.