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Here’s a FULL DETAILED RECIPE for Hamburger Steaks with Onion Gravy — juicy, comforting, and perfect for a hearty dinner.
🍽️ Hamburger Steaks with Onion Gravy
Juicy Beef Patties · Rich Onion Gravy · Classic Comfort Food
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
⭐ Ingredients
For the Hamburger Steaks
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 recommended)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¾ tsp salt
For Cooking
- 1–2 tbsp oil or butter
For the Onion Gravy
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Optional: ½ tsp dried thyme or rosemary
🔪 Instructions
Step 1: Make the Hamburger Steaks
- In a mixing bowl combine:
- ground beef
- chopped onion
- egg
- breadcrumbs
- Worcestershire sauce
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- paprika
- salt
- pepper
- Mix gently until just combined (do NOT overmix).
- Shape into 4 oval patties, about ¾-inch thick.
Step 2: Cook the Patties
- Heat oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the patties and sear 3–4 minutes per side until browned.
- Remove patties and set aside (they will finish cooking in the gravy).
Step 3: Make the Onion Gravy
- In the same skillet, add butter and sliced onions.
- Cook on medium heat for 8–10 minutes until soft and golden.
- Sprinkle the flour over onions and stir for 1 minute to cook out the raw taste.
- Slowly pour in beef broth while stirring.
- Add Worcestershire sauce, pepper, and herbs (if using).
- Simmer for 4–5 minutes until gravy thickens.
Step 4: Combine & Simmer
- Add the hamburger steaks back into the skillet.
- Spoon some gravy over the top.
- Cover and simmer 10 minutes until patties are fully cooked and flavors blend.
Step 5: Serve
Serve hot with:
- Mashed potatoes
- Rice
- Buttered noodles
- Roasted vegetables
💡 Tips for Perfect Hamburger Steaks
- Use 80/20 beef for juicy patties.
- Don’t press them while cooking—keeps juices inside.
- For richer gravy, add 1 tbsp cream or 1 tsp Dijon mustard.
- Make it spicy: add a pinch of cayenne.
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