Hamburger Steak with Onion Gravy (Cast Iron) is the ultimate comfort food and one of my favorite ground beef recipes. You will love the flavor and how easy it is to make.
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Take your hamburger patties to a whole new level with this Hamburger Steak with gravy recipe. This recipe is similar to Salisbury steak with about the same ingredients and similar taste. The delicious onion gravy keeps everything moist and tender for the ultimate ground beef recipe.
This is the perfect recipe meal when you are in the mood for something rich and hearty. You may also love Blackstone Steak and Mushrooms or Onion Smash Burgers.
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Why This Recipe Works
This Hamburger Steak Recipe makes the perfect weeknight meal. It is ready in less than 30 minutes and made with simple pantry ingredient. My entire family loves when this is on the menu because how filling it is.
These simple steps will have this budget friendly meal on the table in no time. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete meal idea.
Ingredients
- Olive Oil – Use oil of you choice
- All Purpose Flour – Gives the patties amazing texture
- Ground Chuck Beef – You can substitute with ground turkey or ground pork
- Egg and Breadcrumbs – Holds the ground beef mixture together
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Variations Ideas
- Gravy – Add slice mushrooms to the gravy to make a delicious mushroom gravy with the slice onions.
- Hamburger Patties – For even more flavor and crunch, mix in chopped bell pepper or bacon. We have even added in shredded cheese.
- Spices – For a hint of spice, add in ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper or red pepper flacks to the ground beef mixture.
How to Make Hamburger Steak with Onion Gravy in a Cast Iron Skillet
Step 1 – Mix together the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt and pepper gently with your hands in a large bowl.
Step 2 – Form the mixture into 6 patties.
Step 3 – Place the flour in a shallow bowl and dip the patties very lightly in the flour.
Step 4 – Preheat a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Add the oil until heated through.
Step 5 – Place the patties in the skillet and brown both sides of the patties (4-5 minutes per side) until browned.
Step 6 – Remove the patties from the pan and gently cover with foil to keep them warm.
Step 7 – Melt the butter in the cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Stir to coat the entire pan. Scrap off any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet.
Step 8 – Add the sliced onions and cook until translucent and golden brown (5-6 minutes). Add the flour to the pan. Coat the onions with the flour and simmer for 1-2 minutes over medium heat.
Step 9 – Whisk in the beef broth, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Make sure to scrape down the sides of the pans as well to mix the liquid and no lumps form.
Step 10 – Heat over medium high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Boil the gravy until thickened. Add more broth if needed to think out the gravy slightly. Reduce the heat, add the patties back to the skillet. Serve warm and enjoy!
Expert Tips
- Preparing Ground Beef Patties – Make sure to not squeeze the beef as you mix or you will have tough patties.
- Cooking Beef Patties – Cooking time will vary depending on the size of the beef patties. We like to use a meat thermometer to ensure that the patties are fully cooked with an internal temperature of 160 degree. Try to make the patties about the same size so they cook evenly.
- Make Ahead – To prepare this recipe ahead of time, make the patties ahead of time. Then when ready to serve make the gravy for a delicious meal.
What To Serve with Hamburger Steak?
Hamburger Steak is delicious served over Homemade Mashed Potatoes with a side of Asparagus with Bacon.
We have even served over egg noodles with a side of Grilled Broccolini for a complete meal idea.
Frequently Asked Questions
We used 85% Lean Ground Beef to make this Hamburger Steak Recipe. If you go with a heavier fat content, you could end up with soggy steaks.
Ground beef is mixed with breadcrumbs, simple seasoning and eggs. It is formed into hamburger patties and cooked in a skillet with gravy. It has a similarity to meatloaf but it is not baked.
Yes, this recipe can easily be made over a grill, griddle or stove top in the cast iron skillet.
Storage and Freezer Tips
- Storing – Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer – Hamburger Steak can be frozen in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight when ready to serve.
- Reheat – Reheat the leftovers in a baking dish in an preheated oven at 350 degrees for about 10-15 minutes. You can also reheat in the microwave.
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Hamburger Steak with Onion Gravy (Cast Iron)
Ingredients
For the Steaks:
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon All Purpose Flour
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef 85% lean
- 1 Large Egg beaten
- 1/4 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Gravy:
- 1 yellow onions sliced
- 4 Tablespoons Butter
- 1/4 cup All Purpose Flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
For the Steaks:
- Mix together the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt and pepper gently with your hands. Make sure to not squeeze the beef as you mix or you will have tough patties. Form the mixture into 6 patties.
- Place the flour in a shallow bowl and dip the patties very lightly in the flour.
- Preheat a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Add the oil until heated through.
- Place the patties in the skillet and brown both sides of the patties (4-5 minutes per side) until browned.
- Remove the patties from the pan and gently cover with foil to keep them warm.
For the Gravy:
- Melt the butter in the cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Scrap off any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Add the sliced onions and cook until translucent and golden brown (5-6 minutes). Add the flour to the pan. Coat the onions with the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Whisk in the beef broth, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Make sure to scrape down the sides of the pans as well.
- Heat over medium high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Boil the gravy until thickened. Add more broth if needed to think out the gravy slightly.
- Reduce the heat, add the patties back to the skillet. Spoon the gravy and onions on top. Serve warm and enjoy!
The best cast iron steak!