Description
A quick and hearty Southern-style hamburger steak served with a rich, savory gravy. This comfort food classic uses simple pantry staples to create juicy patties and a velvety sauce in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds 80/20 ground chuck
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup plain dried breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Few dashes hot sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable or avocado oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine ground beef, diced onion, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, milk, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and dried parsley. Mix gently with hands until just combined; do not overmix.
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape into flat patties about one inch thick. Make a slight indent in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent puffing.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Sear patties in the hot skillet for 3-4 minutes on the first side until a deep brown crust forms. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid crowding.
- Flip patties and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the second side, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Transfer cooked steaks to a clean plate and cover loosely with foil. Do not clean the pan.
- Reduce heat to medium. Pour off excess grease, leaving about a tablespoon of fat. Add butter and melt.
- Sprinkle flour over the butter and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes until the mixture turns light golden brown.
- Slowly pour in beef broth while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Add Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and hot sauce.
- Simmer for 3-5 minutes until gravy thickens to desired consistency.
- Return hamburger steaks to the skillet, nestling them into the gravy. Simmer for 1-2 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Serve immediately over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or white rice.
Notes
Handle the meat gently to avoid tough patties. Ensure the broth is warm or room temperature to prevent the roux from clumping. If the gravy gets too thick, add a splash more broth. If too thin, simmer longer or use a cornstarch slurry. For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour/cornstarch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty with gravy
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 850
- Fat: 32
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 28
Keywords: hamburger steak, southern comfort food, beef gravy, quick dinner, weeknight meals, ground beef recipes, comfort food