Description
This hamburger steak and gravy recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal fuss. It's budget-friendly, comes together in under 40 minutes, and features a rich, savory gravy that creates pure comfort in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
1.5 pounds Ground beef
1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
1 large Egg
1 teaspoon Onion powder
1 teaspoon Garlic powder
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons Butter
3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
2 cups Beef broth
1/2 cup Heavy cream
1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
Instructions
- Step 1: Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion powder, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix gently with your hands until just combined
- Step 2: Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into an oval patty about 3/4-inch thick
- Step 3: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil, and cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side until browned
- Step 4: Reduce heat to medium, add butter, sprinkle flour over melted butter, and whisk for 2 minutes to create a roux
- Step 5: Gradually pour in beef broth while whisking constantly until smooth and thickened. Add heavy cream and fresh thyme
- Step 6: Return the hamburger steaks to the skillet, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10-15 minutes
Notes
Use 80/20 ground beef for the best flavor and texture.
Don't overmix the meat mixture to avoid tough patties.
Let the roux cook properly for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty with gravy
- Calories: 485 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 145mg