Ohhh YES. Hamburger Steaks with Onion Gravy is pure Southern comfort — juicy beef patties smothered in rich, caramelized onion gravy. Think Salisbury steak’s cooler cousin. It’s easy, hearty, and tastes like home.
Let’s cook up a skillet full of cozy:
Hamburger Steaks with Onion Gravy
For the Steaks:
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 is best for flavor)
- ½ small onion, finely diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt + ½ tsp pepper
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
For the Onion Gravy:
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter + 1 tbsp oil
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: splash of heavy cream or soy sauce for richness
Instructions:
Make the Steaks:
- In a bowl, mix all the steak ingredients together until just combined.
- Form into 4 oval-shaped patties, about ½ inch thick.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a bit of oil. Sear the patties for about 4–5 minutes per side, until browned. Remove and set aside (they don’t need to be fully cooked yet).
Make the Onion Gravy:
- In the same skillet, melt butter with oil. Add the sliced onions and cook slowly over medium heat for 10–15 minutes until golden and soft.
- Sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
- Slowly whisk in the beef broth. Add Worcestershire, salt, and pepper. Let simmer 5 minutes until thickened slightly.
Finish It Off:
- Return the patties to the skillet, spoon gravy over the top, and simmer covered for 10–12 minutes until the steaks are cooked through and the gravy is rich.
Serve With:
- Creamy mashed potatoes
- Rice or buttered noodles
- Green beans, corn, or roasted carrots
- And don’t forget a big hunk of warm bread to mop up that gravy