Description
This Hamburger Steak Recipe features juicy seasoned beef patties smothered in a rich onion gravy. It’s a classic American comfort food dinner that pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, rice, or vegetables for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Hamburger Steaks
- 1½ lbs ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the Onion Gravy
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Meat Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Shape Patties: Form the meat mixture into 4 oval-shaped patties, ensuring they are evenly sized for uniform cooking.
- Brown the Patties: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties and brown them on both sides until a golden crust forms, which should take about 3-4 minutes per side. Then, remove the patties from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Onions: In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the sliced onions and cook over medium heat until they become golden and tender, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Make the Gravy: Sprinkle the flour over the cooked onions and stir continuously for about 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste. Gradually whisk in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, ensuring no lumps form. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer until the gravy thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
- Simmer Patties in Gravy: Return the browned patties to the skillet with the onion gravy. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let everything simmer together for 15 minutes to allow the patties to cook through and absorb flavors.
- Serve: Plate the hamburger steaks and spoon the rich onion gravy over the top. Serve immediately with your choice of mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add sliced mushrooms to the gravy when cooking the onions.
- Leftover hamburger steaks can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Ensure patties are cooked thoroughly to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) for food safety.
- Breadcrumbs can be substituted with gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
