These easy delicious salisbury steaks don’t only feel like a cozy homemade meal, they are! They are simple, filling, and made with ingredients you likely already have on hand, but when it’s done right, it tastes like a Sunday dinner that’s been passed down for generations. We tend to lean into meals like this, real food that brings everyone to the table without a lot of fuss. These tender beef patties simmered in a rich onion gravy check every box: comforting, affordable, and downright satisfying. We hope you enjoy!
What you need to make these Easy Delicious Salisbury Steaks + substitutions:
For the Salisbury steaks:
- Ground beef (80/20) – Gives the best flavor and tenderness for these easy delicious Salisbury steaks (sub: ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option, though slightly less rich).
- Breadcrumbs – Helps bind and keep patties tender (sub: crushed crackers or oats).
- Egg – Binds everything together (no direct substitute; can try flax egg if needed).
- Milk – Keeps the mixture soft and moist (sub: heavy cream or dairy-free milk).
- Ketchup – Adds a touch of sweetness and depth (sub: tomato paste + pinch of sugar).
- Dijon mustard – Slight tang to balance richness in these Salisbury steaks (sub: yellow mustard).
- Worcestershire sauce – Brings classic savory flavor (no true substitute, but soy sauce + splash vinegar works in a pinch).
- Garlic powder – Adds mild garlic flavor (sub: fresh minced garlic).
- Onion powder – Enhances overall savoriness (optional but recommended).
- Salt & black pepper – Essential seasoning. We use Redmond sea salt, it’s our favorite and we use it in everything! You can use the code daddioskitchen for 15% off. We get the big bag.
For the onion gravy
- Butter + olive oil – Combination gives flavor and prevents burning for these easy delicious Salisbury steaks (sub: all butter or all oil).
- Yellow onion (sliced) – The backbone of the gravy (sub: white onion or sweet onion).
- Beef broth – Builds rich, savory flavor (sub: chicken broth, though flavor will be lighter).
- Worcestershire sauce – Deepens the gravy (same substitute as above if needed).
- Ketchup – Balances acidity and adds body (sub: tomato paste + water).
- Soy sauce (optional) – Boosts umami without overpowering (sub: coconut aminos).
- Flour – Thickens the gravy (sub: cornstarch slurry or gluten-free flour).
- Salt & pepper – To taste for these easy delicious Salisbury steaks.
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Alright, let’s get to making the recipe! Enjoy!
Easy Delicious Salisbury Steak
These easy delicious salisbury steaks don't only feel like a cozy homemade meal, they are! They are simple, filling, and made with ingredients you likely already have on hand, but when it’s done right, it tastes like a Sunday dinner that’s been passed down for generations. We tend to lean into meals like this, real food that brings everyone to the table without a lot of fuss. These tender beef patties simmered in a rich onion gravy check every box: comforting, affordable, and downright satisfying. We hope you enjoy!
Servings: 0
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- ⅓ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, whisked
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the onion gravy
- 1 tbsp grassfed butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1½ tbsp all purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, ketchup, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined and form into 4–5 oval patties.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 3–4 minutes per side until browned, depending on the size. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter with the olive oil. Add the sliced onions and cook for 10–12 minutes until soft and golden.
- Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir for 1 minute. Slowly pour in the beef broth while stirring until smooth. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, and soy sauce.
- Return the patties to the skillet. Cover and simmer on low for 10–15 minutes, or until the patties are cooked through and the gravy has thickened. Serve warm with extra gravy spooned over the top. Enjoy!
