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🥩 Salisbury Steak with Onion Gravy
A Classic Comfort Dinner That Never Goes Out of Style
🌟 Introduction
Salisbury Steak is one of those timeless comfort meals that feels like a warm hug on a plate. Juicy seasoned beef patties simmered in rich onion gravy create a hearty dish that’s perfect for family dinners, cozy evenings, or when you simply crave something satisfying. Though it looks fancy, Salisbury Steak is wonderfully simple to make at home using everyday ingredients.
This recipe delivers tender steaks, savory gravy, and classic flavor — just like grandma used to make.
📜 History of Salisbury Steak
Salisbury Steak dates back to the late 1800s and was named after Dr. James H. Salisbury, an American physician who promoted minced beef as part of a healthy diet. Over time, home cooks transformed his idea into the delicious comfort dish we know today — seasoned ground beef shaped into steaks and smothered in onion gravy.
It became especially popular in American homes and diners, later becoming a frozen-dinner favorite — but homemade is always best!
🧬 Formation (What Makes Salisbury Steak Special)
Unlike hamburgers, Salisbury Steak is:
• Made with breadcrumbs and egg for tenderness
• Seasoned deeply inside the meat
• Simmered in gravy instead of grilled
• Served with onions and rich sauce
This creates a soft, juicy steak with bold flavor and comforting texture.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Steaks:
500 g ground beef
½ cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons oil (for frying)
For the Onion Gravy:
1 medium onion, sliced
2 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
Salt & pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Steak Mixture
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
Step 2: Shape the Steaks
Divide mixture into 4 oval-shaped patties.
Step 3: Brown the Steaks
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook steaks about 4 minutes per side until nicely browned. Remove and set aside.
Step 4: Cook the Onions
In the same skillet, add butter and sliced onions. Cook until soft and golden (about 5 minutes).
Step 5: Make the Gravy
Sprinkle flour over onions and stir for 1 minute. Slowly pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened.
Step 6: Simmer
Return steaks to the skillet. Spoon gravy over them. Cover and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
🍽️ Cooking Methods
🔥 Skillet Method (Classic)
Perfect for rich browning and deep flavor.
🍲 Slow Cooker Method
Brown steaks first, then place everything in slow cooker. Cook on LOW 4–5 hours.
🔥 Oven Method
After browning, transfer to baking dish, cover with gravy, bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes.
❤️ For the Lovers of Salisbury Steak
This dish is loved because:
• It’s budget-friendly
• Family-approved comfort food
• Perfect with mashed potatoes or rice
• Rich homemade gravy
• Easy to customize
• Great for meal prep
Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, noodles, or roasted vegetables.
🥔 Serving Suggestions
Mashed potatoes
Steamed green beans
Butter corn
Rice or egg noodles
Fresh dinner rolls
✅ Conclusion
Salisbury Steak proves that simple ingredients can create incredible comfort food. Juicy beef, savory onions, and silky gravy come together in a meal that never disappoints. Whether for weeknight dinners or Sunday supper, this recipe delivers warmth, flavor, and satisfaction every time.
Once you try this homemade version, you’ll never go back to frozen!
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