Hamburger Steaks with Onion Gravy 🍽️🧅
Hamburger steaks with onion gravy is a classic comfort food dish where seasoned ground beef patties are pan-fried and served with a rich onion-based gravy. It’s hearty and usually paired with mashed potatoes, rice, or vegetables.
Ingredients
For the Hamburger Steaks:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper
- 1–2 tbsp oil for frying
For the Onion Gravy:
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper
- Optional: Worcestershire sauce for depth
Cooking Steps
1. Make the Hamburger Steaks
- Mix ground beef, chopped onion, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
- Form into oval or round patties.
- Heat oil in a skillet and cook patties until browned on both sides and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
2. Make the Onion Gravy
- In the same pan, melt butter and sauté sliced onions until soft and caramelized.
- Stir in flour and cook 1–2 minutes to remove raw taste.
- Slowly whisk in beef broth until smooth.
- Simmer until gravy thickens, then season with salt, pepper, and optional Worcestershire sauce.
3. Combine and Serve
- Return the hamburger steaks to the gravy and simmer a few minutes.
- Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
Tips for Best Results
- Use ground beef with 15–20% fat for juicier patties.
- Caramelize onions slowly for a rich, sweet gravy.
- Gravy can be made ahead; just reheat with the patties before serving.
If you want, I can also give you a shortcut version that makes onion gravy extra thick and creamy in 10 minutes.
