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Salisbury steak patties topped with mushroom gravy, served with creamy mashed potatoes on a dark plate.

Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy

Classic Salisbury steak made with seasoned ground beef patties simmered in a rich mushroom gravy. Tender, savory, and perfect over mashed potatoes for a hearty, comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 recommended
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Mushroom Gravy:
  • 8 oz sliced mushrooms cremini or white button
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth low-sodium preferred
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • For Serving:
  • Mashed potatoes refrigerated or homemade

Equipment

  • Large skillet, mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, gently mix ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire, onion, salt, and pepper just until combined. Shape into 4 oval patties about ¾-inch thick; press a slight indentation in the center of each.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear patties 3–4 minutes per side until well browned. Remove and pour off excess grease, leaving browned bits in the pan.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter, add mushrooms, and sauté 5–7 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
  4. Sprinkle flour over mushrooms; stir 1–2 minutes. Slowly whisk in beef broth until smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Return patties and juices to the skillet. Simmer 10–15 minutes until cooked through and gravy has thickened. Season to taste.
  6. Serve hot over mashed potatoes with plenty of mushroom gravy.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat. Sear well for flavor. Cook mushrooms until they begin to brown. Whisk broth in gradually for a smooth gravy. Excellent with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles. Leftovers reheat well. Optional: add a splash of Worcestershire to the gravy for extra depth.