Description
This homemade Salisbury steak recipe features juicy ground beef patties infused with green pepper and flavorful seasonings, smothered in a rich mushroom gravy. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner, these tender steaks are cooked to perfection and served with a smooth, savory sauce that’s easy to make from scratch.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak Patties
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 green pepper, finely chopped
- ¼ cup bread crumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
Gravy
- 1 teaspoon oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1½ cups beef stock
- 1 teaspoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon dried onion powder
- ½ pound brown button mushrooms, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, finely chopped green pepper, bread crumbs, egg, ketchup, mustard, dried parsley, dried onion powder, and fine sea salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated but avoid overmixing to keep the patties tender.
- Form Patties and Cook: Shape the meat mixture into four equal-sized oval patties. Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties to the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through. Remove patties from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Mushrooms: In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add the sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes until tender and browned. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Make the Gravy: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the cooked mushrooms and stir well to coat. Cook the flour for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw taste. Gradually whisk in 1½ cups of beef stock, ensuring no lumps remain. Add 1 teaspoon ketchup, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and ½ teaspoon dried onion powder. Bring the gravy to a gentle simmer and cook until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Combine and Serve: Return the cooked patties to the skillet with the mushroom gravy. Spoon gravy over the patties and simmer together for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors and warm through. Serve hot with your favorite sides such as mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a splash of red wine to the gravy while simmering.
- Ensure not to overmix the beef mixture to keep the patties tender and juicy.
- Use fresh mushrooms if possible for the best taste, but canned mushrooms can be a substitute if needed.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, warm gently on the stovetop to avoid drying out the patties.
