The Best Easy Weeknight Salisbury Steak

The Best Easy Weeknight Salisbury Steak

from countryliving.com
35 min
4 servings

Salisbury steak has been a mainstay on American tables since the late 1800s. And for good reason! It's delicious, easy to make, and oh-so comforting.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. 80% lean ground beef
  • 1/2 medium onion, grated
  • 1/2 c. unseasoned dried breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp. ketchup
  • 1 tbsp. country Dijon
  • 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • Kosher salt and freshy grated black pepper
  • 2 tbsp. canola oil
  • Mashed potatoes and peas, for serving
  • 2 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 oz. mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 1 c. beef stock
  • 1/2 c. heavy cream or whole milk
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    Make patties: Combine beef, onion, breadcrumbs, egg, ketchup, mustard, and Worcestershire in a bowl. Gently mix  with your hands, being careful not to overmix. Shape into 4 patties. Season with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook, turning once, until brown and cooked through, 8 to 12 minutes. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm; reserve skillet.

  3. 3

    Make gravy: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter, onion, and mushrooms to reserved skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, 5 to 6 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring, until browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Gradually whisk in stock and milk. Simmer until thickened, 8 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper