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Hamburger steak with onion gravy served over mashed potatoes with caramelized onions

Hamburger Steak with Onion Gravy (Cozy Dinner)

This hamburger steak with onion gravy features seasoned beef patties pan-seared and simmered in rich brown gravy with caramelized onions. Comfort food at its finest!
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Equipment

  • Large skillet (cast iron preferred)
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • Plate for resting
  • Small bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ pounds ground beef 80/20
  • ⅓ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 large onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons cold water optional

Instructions
 

  • In large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper until just combined.
  • Form into 4 oval patties about ¾ inch thick. Make indentation in center with thumb.
  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (160°F). Transfer to plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to skillet. Add sliced onions, cook 10-12 minutes until caramelized, scraping up browned bits.
  • Sprinkle flour over onions, stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until absorbed.
  • Gradually whisk in beef broth, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper.
  • Bring to simmer, cook 3-4 minutes until thickened. For thicker gravy, whisk in cornstarch slurry.
  • Return patties to skillet, spoon gravy over top. Cover, simmer on low 10 minutes.
  • Serve hot over mashed potatoes or rice with generous gravy.

Notes

Don't overmix meat—keeps patties tender.
Use pan drippings for richest gravy flavor.
Caramelize onions slowly for best taste.
Chill formed patties 15-30 minutes to help them hold together.
Stores well for 3 days refrigerated.
Freezes up to 3 months.
Servings: 4
Calories: 485
Protein: 38g