Description
Homemade hamburger steaks with onion gravy deliver comfort straight from Southern kitchens. Seared beef patties smothered in rich, caramelized onion sauce promise a hearty meal that satisfies deep hunger pangs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (680 g) ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsps vegetable oil
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 3 tbsps all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups beef broth
- ½ cup chicken broth (optional for added flavor)
- 2 tsps Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Blend Meat: Mix ground beef with breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and onion powders, salt, and pepper. Fold ingredients gently to maintain meat’s tender texture without compressing.
- Form Patties: Craft four elongated, slightly flattened patties with uniform thickness to guarantee even cooking and optimal flavor distribution.
- Sear Patties: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high temperature. Carefully place patties, developing a rich caramelized exterior for 4-5 minutes per side, creating a robust flavor profile.
- Caramelize Onions: Remove patties and reduce heat. Introduce sliced onions to the same skillet, stirring to achieve a golden-brown, translucent appearance that releases natural sweetness.
- Create Gravy Base: Sprinkle flour over onions, creating a roux by stirring and cooking briefly to eliminate raw flour notes. Gradually whisk beef broth into the skillet, ensuring a smooth, lump-free consistency.
- Finish Gravy: Incorporate Worcestershire sauce, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper. Simmer until the gravy thickens and develops a luxurious, velvety texture.
- Combine and Simmer: Return patties to the skillet, nestling them into the gravy. Cover and allow steaks to finish cooking and absorb sauce flavors for 10-15 minutes, melding all ingredients together.
- Serve: Plate hamburger steaks with mashed potatoes or buttered noodles, garnishing with fresh chopped parsley for a vibrant, appetizing presentation.
Notes
- Prevent Tough Meat: Handle ground beef gently and mix ingredients minimally to maintain a tender, juicy texture without compressing the meat fibers.
- Achieve Perfect Sear: Use a hot skillet with enough oil to create a golden-brown crust, ensuring high heat for caramelization without burning the meat.
- Manage Gravy Consistency: Whisk broth slowly and continuously to prevent lumps, adjusting thickness by simmering or adding small amounts of broth as needed.
- Dietary Adaptations: Substitute ground beef with lean ground turkey or plant-based alternatives for lower-fat or vegetarian versions, adjusting seasoning to complement the protein choice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 404
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 635 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg