This Easy Salisbury Steak recipe is so comforting, delicious and comes together all in one pan!
Growing up, Salisbury steak always seemed to be on the lunch menu at public schools, so I knew I had to recreate a healthier version of this comforting classic. That’s right, this Salisbury Steak recipe is both gluten and dairy free!
Pre-made hamburger patties are used to help make this recipe EASY. Simply sear them until golden brown, create a decadent mushroom sauce and then let everything simmer together until perfectly coated and cooked through.
Serve this Easy Salisbury Steak over a bed of mashed potatoes for the ultimate comfort meal!
Why KJ Loves
Easy Salisbury Steak
If you’re looking for easy and healthy comfort food, then this Easy Salisbury Steak recipe is calling your name! I love how scrumptious this meal is and warms your heart. Simmer this on the stovetop and everyone will be running to the kitchen to see what you’re whipping up!
Easy Salisbury Steak Ingredients
Hamburger Patties
Buy pre-made hamburger patties from your local butcher counter to make this recipe easy and hassle free! I like to choose something that is at least 85/15 and not too lean so it doesn’t dry out while cooking. We are looking for about ½ inch – 1 inch thick patties. I love to use these Certified Piedmontese Hamburger Patties.
Seasonings
We’re truly keeping it easy and simple and sticking to the classics: salt and pepper!
Aromatics
Onion and garlic help bring depth of flavor to this dish.
Mushrooms
You can choose either white or baby bella mushrooms to slice up. Just make sure to get them nice and clean before slicing as mushrooms tend to carry some dirt with them!
Beef Stock
I prefer to use a good, quality beef stock over beef broth for this recipe as it helps deliver a depth of flavor.
Dijon Mustard
Adds the perfect “tang” to the Salisbury steak sauce!
Worcestershire Sauce
A quick and easy way to add a lot of flavor.
What is Salisbury Steak?
Even though you typically see Salisbury Steaks in the frozen food section, diners or an option on a school lunch tray, they can be much more than that!
Salisbury Steaks are a ground beef pattie that is simmered in a brown gravy, sometimes containing mushrooms.
Traditionally, it is served over a bed of mashed potatoes and a vegetable for the side.
So, what do you think? Are you ready to take on a lunch room classic in your own kitchen?
How to Make Easy Salisbury Steak
1
Season and Sear.
Season the beef patties with the salt and pepper and sear until golden brown on each side in a large skillet.
2
Sauté and Sauce.
Sauté the onion in garlic in the same skillet after the hamburger patties have been removed. Add in the sliced mushrooms and get those nice and golden brown. Then, start assembling the sauce! Beef stock, Worcestershire sauce and Dijon mustard get swirled into the skillet until smooth.
3
Simmer and Serve.
Nestle the seared hamburger patties back into the sauce and spoon some of the sauce over the top. Allow to simmer until the sauce has thickened and the patties are cooked through, spooning the sauce over the tops several times during the cooking process.
Serve over a bed of mashed potatoes and dig in!
How to Serve Salisbury Steak
I love to keep this dish classic and simple. Here are some serving ideas:
- Mashed potatoes – check out these Asiago Herb Mashed Potatoes for a fun flare!
- Green beans – either go steamed and simple or try these Garlic Mushroom Green Beans.
- Corn – pop open a can of corn and simply heat it in a saucepan on the stovetop!
Salisbury Steak FAQ
What is Salisbury Steak?
Salisbury Steak is a traditional American comfort food that is typically seen in the frozen TV dinner section, school lunch trays or diners. Beef hamburger patties are seared and simmered in a brown gravy served over mashed potatoes.
What kind of hamburgers are needed for this recipe?
We’re keeping this Salisbury Steak recipe easy by using pre-made hamburger patties that you can buy from the meat counter at the grocery store. We are looking for a pattie that is ½ -1 inch thick and around 85/15 lean.
Is this Salisbury Steak Recipe Gluten-Free?
Yes! Not only is this Salisbury Steak recipe gluten free, but it is also dairy free!
Other Easy, Comforting Ground Beef Recipes
Easy Salisbury Steak
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
This Easy Salisbury Steak recipe is so comforting, delicious and comes together all in one pan! Growing up, Salisbury steak always seemed to be on the lunch menu at public schools, so I knew I had to recreate a healthier version of this comforting classic. That’s right, this Salisbury Steak recipe is both gluten and dairy free!Pre-made hamburger patties are used to help make this recipe EASY. Simply sear them until golden brown, create a decadent mushroom sauce and then let everything simmer together until perfectly coated and cooked through. Serve this Easy Salisbury Steak over a bed of mashed potatoes for the ultimate comfort meal!
Ingredients
- 4 beef hamburger patties, raw
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced into ¼ inch slices
- 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 cups beef stock
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Evenly season the hamburger patties with the salt and pepper.
- Sear the patties for about 3-5 minutes on each side, or until browned on both sides. Remove the patties from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the onion and mushrooms into the skillet and sauté for 8-10 minutes, or until starting to turn translucent and slightly browned. Add in the garlic, Worcestershire sauce and dijon mustard and stir to combine. Let cook for a couple minutes.
- Pour in the beef stock and stir to combine. Bring the sauce to a simmer. Nestle the seared hamburger patties back into the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the patties are cooked through and the sauce has reduced and thickened slightly.
- Serve over mashed potatoes and the sauce spooned over the top with a sprinkling of freshly chopped parsley. Enjoy!
Notes
- Nutritional information for this recipe is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pattie
- Calories: 428
- Sugar: 10.3g
- Fat: 28.3g
- Saturated Fat: 4.4g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 19.1g
- Cholesterol: 19mg
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