Hamburger Steaks with Onion Gravy – Easy, Juicy, and Loaded with Flavor
Juicy hamburger steaks smothered in rich, savory onion gravy, making this dish a comforting and classic meal. Easy to prepare, flavorful, and perfect served over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles. This recipe brings homemade warmth to the table with tender beef patties and deeply caramelized onions in a luscious gravy.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- ⅓ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 yellow onion thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups beef broth
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine ground beef, panko, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Form into 4 patties.
- Heat oil in a large skillet; brown patties 2-3 minutes per side, remove and set aside.
- Add sliced onions and butter to skillet; cook until caramelized (5-6 minutes).
- Stir in flour to make a roux; cook 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce; simmer until thickened.
- Return patties to skillet; cover and simmer 5-10 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve hot with gravy spooned over the top
Notes
For extra flavor, add a bit of maple syrup or brown sugar to onions during caramelizing. Leftovers reheat well. Serve with mashed potatoes for a classic combo. Use lean ground beef for less fat or mix with pork for juicier patties.