Description
A classic Hamburger Steak recipe featuring seasoned ground beef patties seared in butter and topped with a rich mushroom and onion gravy. This comforting dish combines tender, juicy steaks with a savory sauce made from mushrooms, onions, and a flavorful beef broth blend, perfect for a hearty family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Steaks
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup bread crumbs
- 1 egg
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
Sauce
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1½ tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Meat Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, salt, bread crumbs, and egg. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly incorporated without overworking the meat to ensure tenderness.
- Form Patties: Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a thick, oval-shaped patty suitable for hamburger steaks.
- Sear the Steaks: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once melted and hot, add the patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side until well browned and cooked through. Remove the steaks from the skillet and set aside, keeping them warm.
- Cook Mushrooms and Onions: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Sauté the sliced mushrooms and thinly sliced sweet onions over medium heat until the onions become translucent and the mushrooms start to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Make the Gravy: Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and onions and stir well to coat everything evenly. Cook the flour for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw taste, stirring constantly.
- Add Liquids: Gradually pour in the beef broth while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Add the Worcestershire sauce and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens to a gravy-like consistency.
- Season and Combine: Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Return the cooked hamburger steaks to the skillet, spooning the mushroom gravy over them. Heat for an additional 2 minutes to warm through and allow flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the steaks and gravy just before serving. Serve these hearty hamburger steaks hot with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- To prevent the meat patties from becoming tough, avoid overmixing the ground beef mixture.
- Use fresh mushrooms for the best flavor, but canned mushrooms can be substituted in a pinch.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute bread crumbs with gluten-free crumbs and use gluten-free flour for the gravy.
- The soy sauce in the meat mixture adds an umami boost but can be omitted if preferred.
- Make sure to cook the flour well to prevent a raw taste in the gravy.
Keywords: Hamburger Steak, Beef Patty, Mushroom Gravy, Comfort Food, Savory Steak, Ground Beef Recipe