Best Easy Salisbury Steak Recipe (2024)

Looking for that comforting and easy dinner-time meal? This Salisbury Steak Recipe has you covered, with a delicious gravy and full of flavor you can’t go wrong with this meal gracing your table.

If there is one food that I could call comfort it would be Salisbury Steak. There is something about it that really get’s me. It is a hearty meal that will satisfy the masses.

Our family goes nuts for this Salisbury Steak Recipe. We don’t just keep it for the “comfort food” season, if there is such a thing, we make this all year long.

With a gravy made out of mushrooms and onions, that slathers your steaks, then serve it over potatoes or pasta, you have yourself a meal that you won’t want to stop eating.

Also, it is super easy to make, I love easy meals and you should know that by now and this recipe is exactly one of them. It’s pretty much mini meatloaves in gravy.

And I love a good meatloaf recipe so this is absolutely perfect. The gravy is what really makes it and gives it all the flavor that you could ever need.

I remember eating salisbury steak as a kid. I thought I was in heaven! It’s a classic comfort food for a reason.

Let’s get even further into this Salisbury steak recipe. You and your family and friends will devour this stuff faster than you could believe!

Some of our other comfort food favorites we have on our site include: Steakhouse Beef Tips with Noodles, Slow Cooker Italian Beef Sandwiches and Slow Cooker Chili.

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:

1. This is a hearty meal with lots of flavor that serves a crowd.
2. You can double the recipe to serve for a dinner party.
3. You can switch up the gravy and vegetables to create your own.

INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):

• Lean ground beef
• Egg
• Panko breadcrumbs
• Ketchup
• Dijon mustard
• Worcestershire sauce
• Black pepper
• Kosher salt
• Beef bouillon cube
• Unsalted butter
• Onion
• Baby bella mushrooms, sliced
• Garlic, minced
• All-purpose flour
• Beef stock
• Parsley, for garnish

HOW TO MAKE THIS SALISBURY STEAK RECIPE:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a large bowl add together the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, ketchup, dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, salt, and crushed beef bouillon.
2. I like to mix by hand, do not over mix.
3. Divide the mixture into 8 even portions and form the portions into flat oval shapes.
4. Heat an oven-safe 12-inch skillet (I like to use cast iron) with deep sides over medium heat. Add the steaks directly into the pan, no need to add any extra oil. Brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side, then place the pan into the oven for 10-15 minutes until an internal temperature reaches 165°F. Take the steaks out of the pan and place them on a plate and cover them with foil, set aside.
5. Wipe out any excess grease from the pan. Over medium heat, add the butter and let it melt. Add the onion and mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until the onions are softened.
6. Add the garlic and stir it in until fragrant, 30 seconds.
7. Lastly add the flour and stir it in, coating the veggies, cook stirring constantly for 2 minutes.
8. Slowly whisk in the beef stock, making sure there are no lumps. Add the Worcestershire sauce, dijon mustard, and black pepper, whisk it in. Taste and add additional sauce if needed. Let the gravy simmer for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Add the steaks back to the pan and cover in the sauce, let simmer for 5 more minutes or until the steaks are heated through. Garnish with optional parsley and serve.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SALISBURY STEAK AND HAMBURGER STEAK?

The main difference between the two is that Salisbury Steak contains more fillers such as breadcrumbs, eggs, etc than Hamburger Steak where it usually is just salt and pepper.

Also what you serve them with is another difference, a lot of the time Hamburger Steaks are served on a bun or with bread and Salisbury Steak is served over noodles or potatoes.

WHAT IS A SALISBURY STEAK?

Technically they are not steaks at all they are flavored hamburger patties that are elevated and are served with a mushroom onion gravy that is served over mashed potatoes.

The name comes from James Henry Salisbury who during the Civil War served the original version to the soldiers. The rest is history, literally!

ANY ADDITIONS?

Bring on the variety! It’s great to try out new things, isn’t it?

• Tomato Paste: Mix in a tablespoon of tomato paste with the ketchup for a deeper tomato flavor in the meat mixture.
• Cornstarch Slurry: For a thicker gravy, whisk in a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water) towards the end of cooking the gravy.
• Green Peas: Add a cup of green peas to the gravy for a pop of color and a slight sweetness.
• Red Wine: Deglaze the pan with a splash of red wine before adding the beef stock for an added depth of flavor to the mushroom gravy.
• Sautéed Bell Peppers: Include sautéed bell peppers with the onions and mushrooms for a veggie boost.
• Fresh Thyme: Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves into the gravy for a fresh, herby touch.
• Sliced Carrots: Add thinly sliced carrots to the gravy for extra texture and sweetness.
• Smoked Paprika: Add a teaspoon of smoked paprika to the meat mixture for a slight smoky flavor.
• Sour Cream: Stir a dollop of sour cream into the gravy before serving for a creamy twist.
• Bacon Bits: Sprinkle cooked, crumbled bacon over the top before serving for a crispy finish.

ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?

Just a few ideas here to get you on your way.

• Oatmeal for Panko Breadcrumbs: Use finely ground oatmeal as a binder instead of panko breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
• Turkey or Chicken for Ground Beef: Substitute lean ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version of the Salisbury steak patties.
• Vegetable Stock for Beef Stock: Use vegetable stock in the gravy for a vegetarian twist, though this will significantly change the traditional flavor profile.
• Tamari Sauce for Worcestershire Sauce: Use tamari sauce instead of Worcestershire for a gluten-free and slightly different savory flavor.
• Greek Yogurt for Butter: In the gravy, use Greek yogurt mixed with a bit of flour as a thickener instead of butter for a healthier, tangier sauce.
• Almond Flour for All-Purpose Flour: Use almond flour as a thickener for the gravy to keep it gluten-free, noting it may alter the texture slightly.

HOW TO STORE:

This Salisbury Steak Recipe can be stored in an airtight container or ziptop bag in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

These can also be frozen, to do this let the steaks cool completely then place them in a freezer bag with gravy and they should keep for up to 2 months in the freezer.

Defrost in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in a skillet until steaks and gravy are heated through.

If you want that perfectly filling and comforting meal then you have to make my Salisbury Steak Recipe! You won’t regret it!

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