Salisbury Steak with Onion Gravy 🥩🧅

A comforting classic made with seasoned ground beef patties smothered in a rich, savory onion gravy. Perfect served over mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered egg noodles.

Prep Time

• Prep: 15 minutes
• Cook: 30 minutes
• Total: 45 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the Salisbury Steaks

• 1½ lb (680 g) lean ground beef
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• ¼ cup milk
• 1 small onion, finely grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Onion Gravy

• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 large onions, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp soy sauce (optional, for deeper flavor)
• ½ tsp dried thyme
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Make the Patties

1. In a large bowl, combine:
   • Ground beef
   • Breadcrumbs
   • Egg
   • Milk
   • Grated onion
   • Garlic
   • Worcestershire sauce
   • Dijon mustard
   • Onion powder
   • Garlic powder
   • Salt and pepper
2. Mix gently until just combined.
3. Shape into 4–6 oval patties.

2. Brown the Steaks

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Cook patties for about 4–5 minutes per side, until nicely browned.
3. Transfer to a plate (they’ll finish cooking in the gravy).

3. Cook the Onions

1. Melt butter in the same skillet.
2. Add sliced onions.
3. Cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring often, until soft and caramelized.
4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

4. Make the Gravy

1. Sprinkle flour over the onions.
2. Stir constantly for 1 minute.
3. Slowly whisk in beef broth until smooth.
4. Add:
   • Worcestershire sauce
   • Soy sauce (if using)
   • Thyme
   • Pepper
5. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until the gravy thickens.

5. Finish the Dish

1. Return the patties to the skillet.
2. Spoon gravy over each steak.
3. Cover and simmer for 10–15 minutes, until the patties are fully cooked (160°F/71°C).
4. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Serving Suggestions

• Creamy mashed potatoes
• Buttered egg noodles
• Steamed rice
• Roasted vegetables
• Green beans
• Buttered peas

Tips

• Use 80/20 ground beef for the juiciest steaks.
• Caramelizing the onions slowly gives the gravy a richer, sweeter flavor.
• If the gravy becomes too thick, add a splash of beef broth.
• Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat beautifully.

Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: 470
• Protein: 31 g
• Carbohydrates: 18 g
• Fat: 29 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sodium: 760 mg

This hearty Salisbury steak is especially delicious with buttery mashed potatoes to soak up every bit of the rich onion gravy.