Here’s a classic and delicious way to make Hamburger Steaks with Onion Gravy! I’ll give you a full recipe with tips for the juiciest patties and richest gravy.
Ingredients
For the Hamburger Steaks:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (preferably 80/20 for juiciness)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 2 tbsp oil or butter (for frying)
For the Onion Gravy:
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Make the Hamburger Steaks:
- In a small bowl, soak the breadcrumbs in milk for a few minutes until softened.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, soaked breadcrumbs, chopped onion, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently—overmixing can make patties tough.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into oval or round patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
2. Cook the Hamburger Steaks:
- Heat 2 tbsp of oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the patties and cook 4–5 minutes per side, until nicely browned and cooked through (internal temp ~160°F / 71°C).
- Remove patties from skillet and set aside.
3. Make the Onion Gravy:
- In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp butter. Add sliced onions and sauté over medium heat until soft and golden brown (~8–10 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over the onions and cook 1–2 minutes to eliminate the raw taste.
- Gradually whisk in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Cook, stirring, until gravy thickens (~5–7 minutes).
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
4. Combine:
- Return hamburger steaks to the skillet, spoon gravy over them, and let simmer for a couple of minutes so the flavors meld.
5. Serve:
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles and steamed vegetables.
If you want, I can also give you a shortcut version for a quicker weeknight meal that’s almost as good but takes half the time.
Do you want me to do that?
