Description
Savory hamburger steak nestles in rich, silky gravy, promising comfort from first bite to last. Southern kitchens shine with this classic hearty dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20 blend works best)
- 1 large egg
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
Binding and Seasoning Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (30g) breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Gravy Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups (480ml) beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thoroughly blend ground beef with breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a spacious mixing vessel, using a delicate folding technique to maintain the meat’s soft texture.
- Craft uniform patties by gently forming the seasoned meat mixture into symmetrical discs, ensuring consistent thickness for even cooking.
- Heat a robust cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high temperature, allowing the surface to become searing hot.
- Carefully position the meat patties into the scorching pan, allowing them to develop a rich, caramelized crust without disturbing their surface for several minutes.
- Flip the hamburger steaks once a deep golden-brown sear has formed, cooking the opposite side with equal precision.
- Remove the perfectly cooked patties and transfer them to a warm plate, reserving the flavorful drippings in the skillet.
- Introduce finely chopped onions to the pan, sautéing until they become translucent and fragrant, absorbing the meat’s residual essence.
- Sprinkle flour over the onions, stirring continuously to create a roux that will thicken the upcoming gravy.
- Gradually pour beef broth into the skillet, whisking consistently to prevent lumps and create a smooth, rich gravy.
- Simmer the gravy until it reaches a luxurious, velvety consistency, seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Reunite the hamburger steaks with the luscious gravy, allowing them to warm through and absorb the sauce’s deep flavors before serving.
Notes
- Achieve perfectly tender hamburger steaks by handling the meat mixture with a light touch, mixing just until ingredients are incorporated to prevent tough, dense patties.
- Customize the seasoning profile by experimenting with different herbs like thyme or rosemary, or adding a pinch of smoked paprika for extra depth of flavor.
- Create a gluten-free version by substituting breadcrumbs with crushed gluten-free crackers or almond flour, making the recipe suitable for those with dietary restrictions.
- Enhance the gravy’s richness by deglazing the pan with a splash of red wine or beef broth, capturing all the delicious browned bits for maximum flavor development.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 392
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 678mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 106mg