An inexpensive, filling and comforting meal that is family friendly and full of flavor, this Salisbury Steak Recipe is a childhood throwback that you’ll want to make over and over again.
I think there are certain foods that remind people of their childhoods. Macaroni and cheese. Sunday roasts. Mom’s chocolate chip cookies. And salisbury steak. Well, I actually don’t ever remember my mom making salisbury steak growing up. But now as an adult, I find myself drawn towards salisbury steak recipes.
To me, salisbury steak equals comfort. There is something about the “steak”, covered in gravy, and most likely served with mashed potatoes, that I equate with one of those meals you need on a cold night. This is not pretentious food at all, but down home food. And that’s always what I am drawn to.
This recipe is as easy as it gets. I know that making gravy can sometimes feel intimidating, but it’s really one of those things that is super simple. So even if you are a gravy novice, you’ll be able to get this one down quickly!
What is Salisbury Steak?
If you’ve ever had Salisbury steak, you know that it is not actually a “steak” at all. In fact, it’s more like a combination of a flattened meatball and a hamburger patty.
In the US – the Salisbury steak can be traced back to its first mentions in 1897. It was invented by Dr. James Salisbury. Typically made from ground beef, Salisbury steak differs from a hamburger patty because it often includes crushed crackers or breadcrumbs and more seasonings. It is also typically served with a brown gravy, usually containing mushrooms and onions.
How to Make Salisbury Steak
This Salisbury steak recipe takes very little hands on time and is easy enough for a beginner in the kitchen.
- Make the steaks by combining the ground beef, egg, cracker crumbs, grated onion, salt, pepper and steak seasoning in a bowl.
- Shape the mixture into 6 equal patties. I like to make them oval and flat.
- Heat a large skillet, then cook the patties for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are browned. Remove them from the skillet to a plate and cover to keep warm.
- In the same skillet, melt some butter and add the mushrooms and onions and cook until they are softened.
- Sprinkle flour into the skillet and stir, cooking for 1 more minute.
- Combine the milk and the bouillon powder, then stir it into the mushroom mixture. Add the Worcestershire and continue to cook and stir until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Add the patties back to the pan and cook, uncovered, for about 10 minutes.
- Serve!
More Comfort Food Recipes
- Chicken Fried Steak Fingers
- Smothered Beef Tips
- Penne Pasta Bake
- Classic Homemade Beef Stew Recipe
- Braised Country Style Ribs Recipe
- Slow Cooker Beef Noodle Soup
Tools Used in this Salisbury steak recipe
I use a 12″ cast iron skillet to make this recipe
I recently bought a potato ricer to try out at home, and I’m loving how silky smooth my mashed potatoes are now!
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Salisbury Steak Recipe
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: American
Description
An inexpensive, filling and comforting meal that is family friendly and full of flavor, this Salisbury Steak Recipe is a childhood throwback that you’ll want to make over and over again.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons crushed buttery round cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons grated onion
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon steak seasoning
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 medium onion, sliced
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 cups milk
- 2 teaspoons beef bouillon powder
- Dash Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, cracker crumbs, grated onion, salt, pepper and steak seasoning. Shape the mixture into 6 equal oval shaped patties.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the patties 3-4 minutes per side, or until browned. Remove the patties to a plate, and cover with foil to keep warm.
- Return the skillet to the heat and melt the butter. Add the mushrooms and onions and cook until they have softened. Sprinkle the flour over and stir until mixed in.
- Combine the milk and the bouillon. Stir the milk mixture into the mushrooms. Add the Worcestershire. Cook and stir until smooth and starting to thicken.
- Return the patties to the gravy and turn the heat to low. Cook, uncovered, for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, if desired.
Recipe Notes:
Nutrition information provided as an estimate only. Various brands and products can change the counts. Any nutritional information should only be used as a general guideline.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak + gravy
- Calories: 316
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 601 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 107 mg
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Rosa says
A delicious way of preparing steak!
Cheers,
Rosa
kat says
Funny, my mom never made it growing up but it was my favorite tv dinner (I think because it came with a brownie). I’m sure homemade has to be better!
Helene Dsouza says
I was looking for a new patty recipe., this looks amazing. my tommy is grumbling.
Jennifer @ Mother Thyme says
I have not made Salisbury Steak in forever and my husband loves it! Thank you for the inspiration, I’ll have to try this soon! (And I love Kat’s comment above about the TV Dinner with the brownie, that brings back the memories)!
Nettie Moore says
Perfect comfort food. I want to make this for our next Sunday Supper!! MMMMM!
Nettie
Joanne says
My mom 100% never made salisbury steak…which is kind of weird now that I think about it because it’s totally a meal that my dad and brother would have LOVED! I think I might have to make it for them…
Lauren B. says
This sounds delicious! I’ve never made salisbury steak before, but really want to try it! Seriously, I’m craving this. Adding it to my dinner list!
Nutmeg Nanny says
This looks amazing! I’m a sucker for salisbury steak…yum! Thank you for including a link to my page. I’m reminded I should make that again, very soon! 🙂
Julia at Cafe Lula says
Looks delicious! I absolutely love mushrooms and I don’t do steak nearly enough. Definitely need to try this!
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Judy says
This is definitely a guy’s meal — my hubby would love it and I should make it for him soon while I eat a salad with fish.
Kalyn says
Now I’m wondering why I’ve never made Salisbury Steak!
Mrs. L says
I admit to liking Salisbury Steak but have never thought to actually make it. Cool!
Ali says
The steak made me salivate!! What a way to make it. I’d love to taste your version before preparing mine cause I know mine won’t taste as good as yours 🙂
Jean Simmons says
Can’t wait to make this recipe. It looks so good.