Hamburger steaks, also known as Salisbury steaks, are a classic and comforting dish made from ground beef patties that are seasoned, shaped, and usually pan-fried or baked. Here’s a basic recipe for making hamburger steaks:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef (preferably lean)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cup beef broth (for gravy)
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them into oval or round patties, about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the patties in the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are browned and cooked through.
- Once the patties are cooked, remove them from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add beef broth and bring it to a simmer. Use a spatula to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- If desired, you can thicken the broth with a mixture of water and flour or cornstarch to make a gravy. Mix 2 tablespoons of flour or cornstarch with 1/4 cup of water and whisk it into the simmering broth until thickened.
- Return the hamburger steaks to the skillet, coating them with the gravy. Let them simmer for a few minutes until they are heated through.
- Serve the hamburger steaks with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite side dishes.
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite herbs, spices, or additional ingredients to the ground beef mixture.
