Easy Salisbury Steak
There’s something about a plate of Salisbury steak smothered in rich brown gravy that just feels like home. It’s hearty, satisfying, and pairs perfectly with creamy mashed potatoes or buttered egg noodles.
The best part? You don’t need fancy ingredients or hours in the kitchen to make it!
This Easy Salisbury Steak recipe brings all the classic flavors but with a simpler, fuss-free method.
Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight dinner or craving some old-fashioned comfort food, this dish will hit the spot!
f you love this Easy Salisbury Steak, be sure to check out more delicious ground beef recipes, like Porcupine Meatballs, Ground Beef Stroganoff, and Classic Minnesota Tater Tot Hotdish—all packed with flavor and perfect for any night of the week!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Super easy – No complicated steps!
- Budget-friendly – Uses affordable ingredients.
- One-pan meal – Less mess, more flavor.
- Comfort food classic – Just like grandma used to make!
So, if you’re craving a cozy, homemade dinner, give this Easy Salisbury Steak a try! It’s hearty, flavorful, and sure to become a family favorite.
Have you made this recipe before? Let me know in the comments how you like to serve yours!
What is Easy Salisbury Steak?
Easy Salisbury Steak is a simple, homemade version of the classic comfort food dish, featuring seasoned ground beef patties cooked in a rich brown gravy.
It’s an affordable and hearty meal, often served with mashed potatoes or egg noodles.
While traditional recipes can be a bit complicated, this easy version keeps it simple without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients
For the steaks:
- Ground beef
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Egg, beaten
- Ketchup
- Dijon mustard
- Salt
- Extra-virgin olive oil

For the Gravy:
- Butter
- All-purpose flour
- Beef stock
- Ketchup
- Worcestershire sauce
- Onion powder
- Sliced white mushrooms
- Salt
- Pepper

How to make Easy Salisbury Steak
In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, ketchup, and salt.

Form into four oval-shaped patties.

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the extra-virgin olive oil.
Sear the patties for about 3–4 minutes per side until nicely browned.

Remove from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, melt the butter.

Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a roux.

Slowly whisk in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, pepper, and onion powder.
Stir until smooth and let it simmer until slightly thickened.

Add in the mushrooms, then simmer to thicken.

Return the browned patties to the skillet, spoon some gravy over them, and let them simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes, or until the patties are fully cooked.

Salisbury steak is best served with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
Pour plenty of that delicious gravy on top, and dig in!

Easy Salisbury Steak
Ingredients
For The Steaks:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg beaten
- 2 teaspoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
For The Gravy:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups beef stock
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 6 ounces sliced white mushrooms
- salt to taste
- pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, ketchup, and salt.
- Form into four oval-shaped patties.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the extra-virgin olive oil.
- Sear the patties for about 3–4 minutes per side until nicely browned.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter.
- Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a roux.
- Slowly whisk in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, pepper, and onion powder.
- Stir until smooth and let it simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add in the mushrooms, then simmer to thicken.
- Return the browned patties to the skillet, spoon some gravy over them, and let them simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes, or until the patties are fully cooked.
- Salisbury steak is best served with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
- Pour plenty of that delicious gravy on top, and dig in!
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