Description
This Classic Salisbury Steak with Onion Gravy brings true comfort food back to the dinner table. Forget the frozen TV-dinner version—these tender, juicy beef patties are pan-seared and simmered in a rich, scratch-made onion gravy that’s deeply savory and incredibly satisfying. Made with simple pantry staples and fresh onions, this nostalgic skillet dinner delivers restaurant-quality flavor in under an hour, making it perfect for cozy weeknights or family dinners.
Ingredients
For the Salisbury Steaks
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1 1/2 lbs ground beef (85% lean recommended)
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1/3 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
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1 large egg
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1/4 cup milk
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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2 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
For the Onion Gravy
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
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1 large onion, thinly sliced
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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2 cups beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1/2 tsp dried thyme (optional)
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Mix the Patties
In a bowl, gently combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until just mixed. -
Shape the Steaks
Divide mixture into equal portions and form into oval patties about ¾-inch thick. Press a small indentation in the center of each. -
Sear the Patties
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties 3–4 minutes per side until well browned. Remove and set aside. -
Caramelize the Onions
Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter in the same skillet. Add sliced onions and cook until softened and golden. -
Make the Gravy
Sprinkle flour over onions and stir for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Simmer until thickened. -
Simmer the Steaks
Return patties and juices to the skillet. Reduce heat to low and simmer 10–15 minutes, until cooked through and tender. -
Serve
Season gravy to taste, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- Avoid overmixing the beef to keep the steaks tender.
- 85% lean ground beef offers the best balance of juiciness and structure.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or steamed green beans.
- Leftovers reheat beautifully the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner / Comfort Food
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with gravy
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg
