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Salisbury Steak with Onion Gravy

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3. Step-by-Step Visual Guide

In Part 3 of making Salisbury Steak with Onion Gravy, let’s walk through the hands-on cooking technique so your texture turns out restaurant-worthy at home.

Salisbury Steak with Onion Gravy — Step-by-Step Visual Guide (Page 3)
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Visual Cues & Timing Secrets

First, mix the patty ingredients gently—overworking makes them tough. Shape them into uniform ovals so they cook evenly, and don’t skip the browning step; that golden crust is flavor gold.

When you add the flour to the onions, let it cook for a minute to remove the raw taste. Then pour in the broth slowly, stirring all the while to keep it lump-free. Simmering the patties in the gravy finishes them perfectly and melds everything together.

Head to Page 4 for my Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating Tips plus what to serve alongside this dish!

Salisbury Steak with Onion Gravy
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Salisbury Steak with Onion Gravy

Juicy, seasoned beef patties simmered in a rich, savory onion gravy that's pure comfort. This quick dinner comes together in one skillet, making it a family favorite that feels like a special occasion any weeknight.

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Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Total Time40 mins
Servings4 servings
CourseMain Course
Calories410 kcal

🛒 Ingredients (Check Off As You Measure)

🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined; shape into 4 oval patties.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook 3-4 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and cook over medium heat, scraping up browned bits, until soft and golden, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle flour over onions and stir for 1 minute. Gradually pour in beef broth and water, stirring constantly until smooth. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Return patties to the skillet, spoon gravy over them, and simmer covered for 10-12 minutes until cooked through. Stir in butter if desired and serve hot.

👩🍳 Chef Elena’s Kitchen Notes & Storage

For extra tender patties, don't overmix the meat—gently shape and handle as little as possible. Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze the patties and gravy separately for up to 2 months.

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Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 410 kcalProtein: 28gCarbs: 12gFat: 27gFiber: 1g
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Chef Elena Rossi

Ciao, I'm Elena! Trained in Florence and based in Chicago, I founded RecipesTo Kitchen (and our @recipestokitchen Pinterest community of 296,580+ monthly home cooks) to share foolproof weeknight dinners, cozy one-pot pastas, and bakery-style desserts that work on the very first try.