Description
Succulent hamburger steak with rich gravy embodies classic American comfort cooking. Hearty beef patties smothered in onion-studded sauce promise a satisfying meal that connects home cooks with traditional flavors you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20 blend works best)
- 1 large egg
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup (30g) breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsps unsalted butter
- 2 cups (480ml) beef broth
- 2 tbsps all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Meat Preparation: Gently combine ground beef with breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl, using a light folding method to preserve the meat’s delicate texture.
- Patty Formation: Shape the seasoned meat mixture into uniform, symmetrical discs with consistent thickness to ensure even cooking.
- Skillet Searing: Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until surface is extremely hot, creating an ideal environment for developing a rich, caramelized exterior on the hamburger steaks.
- Initial Cooking: Place patties in the scorching pan, allowing them to sear undisturbed until a deep golden-brown crust forms, then expertly flip to cook the opposite side with equal precision.
- Gravy Foundation: Remove cooked patties to a warm plate, then introduce finely chopped onions to the pan drippings, sautéing until translucent and aromatic.
- Sauce Development: Dust flour over the onions, stirring to create a smooth roux, then gradually whisk in beef broth, continuously blending to prevent lumps and develop a velvety gravy.
- Final Fusion: Simmer the gravy until it reaches a luxurious consistency, season to taste, then reunite the hamburger steaks with the rich sauce, allowing them to warm through and absorb the deep, savory flavors before serving.
Notes
- Meat Moisture Maintenance: Mix ingredients gently without overworking ground beef to prevent tough, dense patties that lose tenderness.
- Temperature Control Technique: Use medium-high heat for perfect caramelization, ensuring a crispy exterior while maintaining juicy interior without burning meat.
- Flour Lumps Prevention: Whisk flour and broth gradually and consistently, moving spatula in circular motions to create smooth, silky gravy without clumps.
- Dietary Flexibility Option: Substitute ground beef with lean turkey or plant-based alternatives, adjusting seasoning and cooking time to match protein type for different dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg