Rating: 3.61
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Salisbury Steak with Mushrooms

December 23, 2024

Salisbury steak with mushrooms is a classic comfort food that offers a satisfying combination of savory, tender beef patties smothered in a rich, flavorful gravy with earthy mushrooms. This dish is hearty, filling, and perfect for cozy family dinners. Its simplicity and hearty ingredients make it a timeless favorite that never goes out of style.

The base of Salisbury steak is a seasoned ground beef patty, often mixed with breadcrumbs, egg, onions, and spices like garlic powder, salt, and pepper. The mixture is shaped into oval-shaped patties and seared in a hot pan to create a nice crust on the outside while keeping the inside juicy and tender. This simple yet flavorful beef patty is the star of the dish, but it’s the savory gravy that truly elevates it.

The gravy is made by deglazing the pan with beef broth and simmering it with sautéed onions, garlic, and a generous amount of sliced mushrooms. The mushrooms soak up the rich flavor of the broth, creating a deep, umami-packed sauce that perfectly complements the beef. A little flour or cornstarch is added to thicken the gravy, giving it a smooth, velvety texture. The steaks are then returned to the pan, where they simmer in the mushroom gravy, absorbing all the savory goodness.

Salisbury steak with mushrooms is best served over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles, allowing the rich gravy to be soaked up and enjoyed with every bite. It’s a satisfying, comforting dish that brings warmth to the table, making it ideal for colder months or when you’re craving a homey, fulfilling meal.

Whether you’re serving it for a family dinner or making it for a special occasion, Salisbury steak with mushrooms is sure to please. With its tender beef, rich gravy, and savory mushrooms, it’s the kind of dish that brings everyone together and leaves them feeling full and satisfied.

Salisbury Steak with Mushrooms
Salisbury Steak with Mushrooms
3.61 from 131 votes
A classic dish featuring ground beef patties served with a rich and savory mushroom gravy.
Servings 1 people
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 0.5 pound ground beef preferably lean
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced
  • 0.5 cup onion finely chopped
  • 1 egg lightly beaten
  • 0.25 cup breadcrumbs plain
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup beef broth low sodium, if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and shape into 2 patties.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add mushrooms and onions. Cook for about 5 minutes or until softened.
  • Return the patties to the skillet. Add the beef broth. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the gravy thickens. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 20mg
Calories: 430kcal
Meal Type: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beef, comfort food, cuisine
Cooking Method: Baked
Time: 30-45 Min
Level: Easy
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  1. User avatar elmira.senger says:

    2 stars
    Quick meal, but not even close to my mom’s! Miss her cooking so much. 😢

  2. 3 stars
    I dunno, seems kinda bland. I added garlic and some spices but still felt off.

  3. User avatar mandie.russel says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is fantastic! The gravy is sooo good. Will definitely make again!

  4. User avatar terminatorXYZ says:

    5 stars
    This was delicious! The kids loved it and I will definitely make it again.

  5. User avatar saran.padberg says:

    4 stars
    So simple and quick! I added some garlic for extra flavor and it was delish! Will make again!

  6. 2 stars
    Too much mushroom for my liking, next time I’ll cut that down. It was okay, but not my favorite.

  7. User avatar Trin Tragula says:

    5 stars
    Yummm! Can’t believe I made this all by myself! Cooking isn’t so hard after all. 🥳

  8. User avatar smartestRedditor says:

    5 stars
    Super quick! I made this in under 30 mins. Who needs takeout?

    1. User avatar tania.casper says:

      5 stars
      That’s awesome! I love a meal that comes together so fast. Definitely trying this instead of takeout next time!

    2. User avatar al.mayer2002 says:

      3 stars
      I made it too, but it took me an hour. Did you cut corners or something?

  9. User avatar lauri.mitchell37 says:

    5 stars
    Love it! So easy to make and tastes like home-cooked goodness. Best recipe I’ve tried in months! 🍽️

  10. User avatar ArabianNights says:

    5 stars
    Perfect recipe! So easy to make and I had all the ingredients at home.

  11. 2 stars
    So good but took too long to cook. I’m not a patient cook.

  12. User avatar spencer.gerhold says:

    3 stars
    Simple recipe but too many steps for me. Next time I might just order take out.

    1. 4 stars
      I feel you! Sometimes it’s just easier to get take out. But this looks like it could be worth a try if you have the time.

    2. 2 stars
      Too many steps? It’s just cooking, not rocket science! Just follow it step by step and it will turn out great.

  13. User avatar terminatorXYZ says:

    2 stars
    I dunno, it didn’t turn out like my grandma’s. Maybe too much broth? I expected more flavor.

  14. 4 stars
    Worcestershire sauce is doing the heavy lifting here. Flavor is solid, but I wish the gravy was a touch thicker without adding more cornstarch.

    1. User avatar rafael.volkman24 says:

      5 stars
      Agree—Worcestershire really makes the gravy taste “real.” If you want it thicker, have you tried simmering a bit longer before adding the cornstarch? That can reduce the broth without changing flavor.

  15. User avatar kerry.padberg says:

    2 stars
    I think I messed up the cornstarch (probably used too much water?), because it got lumpy. Still tasted good though—just not pretty.

  16. 5 stars
    This recipe is amazing! My family loved it, especially the gravy. Will definitely make again!

  17. User avatar lionel.kshlerin2018 says:

    2 stars
    I expected better. The flavors were kinda bland. I added garlic powder, helped a little.

  18. User avatar Barry Manilow says:

    3 stars
    Not sure if the Worcestershire sauce is necessary. Kinda bland without some spice.

  19. User avatar yoshiko.cassin says:

    3 stars
    Can I substitute chicken for beef? I don’t eat red meat. Would it still work?

  20. User avatar Flame Atronach says:

    5 stars
    Salisbury steak for the win! Will make again for sure!

  21. User avatar emanuel.kessler74 says:

    4 stars
    I made this with ground turkey because I didn’t have beef. Still turned out pretty good!

  22. User avatar carmen.williamson says:

    5 stars
    Quick and easy! Just like mom used to make! Loved it!

    1. User avatar basementDweller says:

      3 stars
      I’ve seen similar recipes but they don’t really taste like mom’s. How does yours compare?

    2. User avatar MAGA2024.Trumpster says:

      5 stars
      So glad you liked it! My mom used to add a pinch of garlic, maybe try that next time!

  23. 4 stars
    I added some garlic to the mushrooms. Made all the difference!

  24. User avatar Nickolas Gerlach says:

    1 star
    Nah, wasn’t a fan. Just tasted like beef with mushrooms. Where’s the flavor?

  25. User avatar bronwyn.kessler2018 says:

    2 stars
    Easy enough, but I ended up burning the patties. Oops!

  26. 4 stars
    Fantastic for a family dinner! I think it could use a little more salt, though.

  27. User avatar frederick.bins says:

    2 stars
    It was just alright, not what I expected. But my kids ate it, so that’s a plus.

  28. User avatar suspiciousCommentator says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is super easy and delicious! My kids loved it!

  29. User avatar rafael.strosin55 says:

    4 stars
    Simple and tasty! I added some parsley on top for color. Will be making again for sure!

    1. User avatar ali.bruen says:

      5 stars
      Glad you liked it! Parsley is a nice touch! I usually add some garlic too for more flavor.

    2. User avatar rico.altenwerth96 says:

      2 stars
      Looks good, but I don’t know if I trust adding parsley. Is that really necessary? Seems unnecessary to me.

  30. User avatar rich.landlord says:

    5 stars
    OMG YUM! Like, who knew I could make it look fancy???

  31. User avatar ella.mills62 says:

    4 stars
    Pretty good, but I think it needs a little more seasoning than “to taste.” Also, my patties were a bit crumbly, maybe because my breadcrumbs were too dry. Still delicious with the mushroom/onion mix.

  32. User avatar darleen.gusikowski44 says:

    2 stars
    The gravy got weirdly lumpy for me, even though I mixed the cornstarch with water. I think my slurry was too cold? Anyway, flavor was good.

  33. User avatar michael.langworth75 says:

    2 stars
    Salisbury steak?? Isn’t that a thing they serve in school cafeterias? Not my favorite dish by far.

  34. User avatar catherine.simonis says:

    4 stars
    Salisbury steak? Sounds fancy. 😄

  35. User avatar Tricia McMillan says:

    3 stars
    Where’s the garlic? Should’ve added some. Still decent though.

  36. User avatar hattie.bradtke says:

    2 stars
    2 patties? I got like 3 smaller ones… idk, math?? 😅 Tasted okay though. Could be better, but I’ll try again with less pepper.

  37. 3 stars
    Salisbury steak?! Never heard of this before, but it was pretty good. Weird name though.

  38. 4 stars
    Easy and quick! I’m not a cook but even I could make this! Thanks!

  39. User avatar Shaddam Corrino IV says:

    4 stars
    I substituted beef with turkey and it worked great! Who knew turkey could be so good? Yummy!

  40. User avatar lonny.zulauf66 says:

    5 stars
    This dish is amazing! Super easy to make and tastes just like mom used to make. Will definitely make again!

  41. 5 stars
    This recipe is fantastic! So easy to make and tastes just like mom used to make. Yum!

  42. 4 stars
    This was… interesting. I didn’t have breadcrumbs, so I used cracker crumbs. Not bad, but I think I messed it up 🤷‍♂️.

  43. User avatar lourie.ullrich says:

    3 stars
    The texture was good, but mine came out a little dry. I think my patties were too small or I cooked them a hair too long before simmering. Still tasty though!

    1. User avatar Bill Ding says:

      5 stars
      That makes sense—if the patties were smaller, they definitely overcook faster. Next time I’d try 2 larger patties and keep a closer eye on the browning (like pull them when they’re just nicely browned).

  44. User avatar Duncan Idaho says:

    1 star
    Salisbury steak? I thought this was just a beef steak with mushrooms? confused.

  45. User avatar ed.corwin36 says:

    4 stars
    Followed the steps pretty much exactly. Patties browned nicely, and the sauce thickened well after the cornstarch. Would make again.

    1. User avatar ehtel.swaniawski39 says:

      5 stars
      Glad it worked for you! Mine also thickens up nicely once the cornstarch hits—love that part. 😋

  46. 3 stars
    ok-ish, but I think it needs some veggies. Like peas or carrots maybe? Just my opinion.

  47. User avatar Hasimir Fenring says:

    3 stars
    Not bad, but mine came out a bit dense. Next time I’ll try slightly less breadcrumb or mix gentler so the patties stay tender.

  48. 4 stars
    Nothin’ like a good ol’ Salisbury steak. Made it for the family and they loved it. Thank you!

    1. User avatar creola.weber says:

      5 stars
      So glad to hear that! It’s always a win when the family loves it. Can’t wait to try it myself!

  49. User avatar rickiestmorty says:

    4 stars
    2 patties only? I guess it depends how big you like them. I made 4 smaller ones and cooked quicker—watch the time!

    1. User avatar Leto II Atreides says:

      5 stars
      Yeah, 2 patties is just the default portion size. I’ve done smaller ones too—just keep an eye on the cook time so they don’t overdo.

  50. User avatar tuan.donnelly1988 says:

    5 stars
    So good! I added some cheese on top and it was delicious. Cheese makes everything better!

  51. User avatar brenda.kuvalis18 says:

    5 stars
    Sooo good! Honestly, I just love mushrooms and they made this dish even better! 🍄❤️

  52. User avatar duane.beatty says:

    1 star
    Didn’t turn out right. Meat was too dry. Followed the recipe exactly.

    1. 4 stars
      I’m sorry it didn’t turn out well! Sometimes the cooking time varies depending on the stove. Did you test the meat for doneness? Keep practicing, you’ll get it right!

  53. User avatar Yajaira Tromp says:

    3 stars
    Mushrooms are so gross. I swapped them for more onions, and it turned out decent.

  54. User avatar marlon.kilback55 says:

    3 stars
    I dont know maibe it was me but the patties fell apart when I cooked them! Anyone else have this issue?

  55. User avatar pamula.wilderman says:

    2 stars
    Did not turn out like the picture. Still tasted ok but not impressive.

    1. User avatar alba.nikolaus76 says:

      3 stars
      It’s just a picture! Taste is what matters. Glad it was ok for ya!

    2. User avatar Trin Tragula says:

      4 stars
      Maybe you missed a step? I always use more Worcestershire sauce for flavor!

  56. User avatar genie.price says:

    3 stars
    I wasn’t a huge fan of the mushrooms. Is there a substitute I can use?

  57. User avatar reggie.schoen86 says:

    1 star
    I don’t understand how you can just mix all those ingredients and it comes out fine. Seems like a scam.

  58. User avatar tameka.stoltenberg says:

    2 stars
    I followed this to the letter, but my patties fell apart! Maybe I used too lean beef? Who knows.

  59. User avatar rigoberto.klein says:

    4 stars
    My grandma made something similar but with gravy from a can. This is way better!

    1. User avatar yong.weber30 says:

      4 stars
      I don’t know, canned gravy has its charm too! But yeah, this sounds good. I might try it.

  60. User avatar robby.kuvalis says:

    5 stars
    Yummy! 10/10 would recommend! My dog loved it too! 🐶

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