How can I use extra cremini mushrooms?

Cut more cremini mushrooms to add to other dishes‚ including sautéed dishes and egg and pasta dishes․ Cremini mushrooms have a stronger flavor and firmer texture than other types of mushrooms and can be used similarly to the ways described here․ White mushrooms can be used in place of cremini mushrooms if cremini mushrooms are not available․ White mushrooms have a less intense flavor than cremini mushrooms․ Cut mushrooms evenly to help them cook and release moisture evenly․

What can I use instead of Dijon?

Mustard powder is an alternative to Dijon mustard in the patties‚ as noted in the recipe․ Yellow mustard is another alternative‚ but you'll need a bit more because it isn't as strong tasting․ Alternatives to Dijon mustard will change the taste of the patties but not their texture․ Combine alternatives with other patty ingredients before forming oval patties․

Can I use panko instead of breadcrumbs?

Panko can be substituted for seasoned breadcrumbs in this recipe․ The website advises using slightly more panko than the recipe calls for because of its thinner texture․ Plain breadcrumbs may be seasoned by using Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs or adding 1/4 teaspoon of Italian seasoning to the ground beef mixture before shaping patties․

Why is my Salisbury steak gravy too thick?

If the gravy is too thick‚ add some water or beef broth to thin it․ The gravy should just be thick enough to cling to the meat patties․ Additional cooking time in the pan when you return the meat patties and mushrooms and onions to the skillet will thicken the gravy․ Adding liquids to thin the gravy near the end of preparation is recommended because only a small amount is needed to thin flour-based gravies․

How do I reheat Salisbury steak?

Reheat leftover Salisbury steak in a saucepan over low heat‚ as suggested in the article․ Gravy may solidify when stored․ Water or beef broth can be added to loosen the gravy․ Salisbury steak can also be reheated in a microwave if a saucepan isn't available‚ as suggested in the article․ Pour gravy over patties to keep them moist․

Easy Salisbury Steak with Cremini Mushroom and Onion Gravy

By Ethan ParkerSep 29, 2026

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Total

45 min

Servings

Level

Easy

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Use ground beef with about 90% lean content to form oval meat patties that are brown and juicy but not high in fat․ This Salisbury steak recipe includes cremini mushrooms and sweet onions in brown gravy served with meat patties․

Easy Salisbury Steak with Cremini Mushroom and Onion Gravy

The patties are held‌ together with eggs and seasoned bread crumbs․ The ground beef is‌ seasoned with Worcestershire sauce‚ Dijon mustard‚ garlic powder‚ onion powder‚ salt‚ and pepper․ The patties are sautéed‌ in olive oil in a skillet․ The same skillet is used to cook sliced yellow or sweet onions and‌ cremini mushrooms․ A roux is made from butter and flour‚ and a gravy is made with beef broth‚ Worcestershire sauce‚ and‌ garlic powder․

Cook the onions and mushrooms‌ until they are completely dry and browned․ Browning adds color and flavor‌ to the meatloaf gravy․ Stir the roux for‌ one to two minutes before adding broth slowly to prevent lumps․ One mistake to avoid when making meatloaf is overmixing‚ which can‌ make it tough․

Serve patties and gravy with mashed potatoes‚ noodles‚ pasta‚ or rice and crusty bread to help eat the gravy․ Good vegetable side dishes include glazed carrots‚ asparagus‚ green beans‚ or broccoli․ When reheating leftovers‚ add a splash of broth or water to help thin the gravy and heat gently in a saucepan over low heat․

Why you'll love this recipe

Lean ground beef adds flavor to patties and cuts fat, Egg and breadcrumb ingredients bind the other meat ingredients to form four patties․
Cremini mushrooms have a stronger flavor than white mushrooms and can be added to the sauce rather than served as a separate side dish․
Sweet Vidalia onions are suggested for a sweet onion taste, Yellow onions can be substituted for Vidalia onions when they are unavailable․
Adding Worcestershire sauce to hamburger patties and gravy improves the taste of the patties and gravy so they taste flavorful when served․
Juices from mushroom and onion filling and burger patties are added to the skillet to season the brown gravy, No other ingredients are used․
Beef broth and butter flour sauce provide additional flavor to dishes without overpowering the flavors of onions and mushrooms․

Instructions

Prep all ingredients prior to getting started.

Add all beef patty ingredients except the olive oil to a fairly large prep bowl.

Using your hands, mix the patty ingredients together without overworking the mixture.

Form 4 equally sized oval patties, aiming for a thickness of about 1/2 to 3/4 inch.

Add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat and allow the skillet to heat for a few minutes.

Fry the beef patties for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until nicely browned.

Transfer the patties to a plate and leave the fat in the skillet.

Add the onion and mushrooms to the skillet and sauté, stirring occasionally, until their water has cooked out and they are nicely seared, about 7 to 9 minutes.

Transfer the onions and mushrooms to a plate with the beef patties.

Reduce the heat to medium, melt the butter in the skillet, then sprinkle in the flour and cook while stirring often for 1 to 2 minutes.

Slowly whisk in the beef broth, ensuring the flour dissolves into the sauce.

Whisk the Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder into the sauce.

Return the onions, mushrooms, beef patties, and any juices from the plate to the skillet.

Cook for another 5 to 7 minutes, until the patties are fully cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.

If the gravy gets too thick, add a splash of water or more beef broth, then serve immediately with extra salt and pepper if needed.

FAQ

Choose a ground beef product with at least 90% lean meat‌ as specified in the recipe․ This will provide the right amount of‌ fat for flavor and prevent excessive grease in the pan․ Higher-fat ground beef products will probably leave excess grease in the‌ pan after cooking․ Ask for‌ plainly labeled lean ground beef and gently combine it with other ingredients․

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Easy Salisbury Steak with Cremini Mushroom and Onion Gravy

Name: Easy Salisbury Steak with Cremini Mushroom and Onion Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 large egg; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (for patties); 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 3 cloves garlic (minced); 1/3 cup seasoned breadcrumbs; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp salt; pepper (to taste); 1 tbsp olive oil (for frying); 1 medium onion (sliced or chopped); 8 oz cremini mushrooms (sliced); 2 tbsp butter; 3 tbsp flour; 1 3/4 cups beef broth; 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (for sauce); 1/2 tsp garlic powder

By Ethan ParkerSep 29, 2026

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Total

45 min

Servings

Level

Easy

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Why you'll love this recipe

Lean ground beef adds flavor to patties and cuts fat, Egg and breadcrumb ingredients bind the other meat ingredients to form four patties․
Cremini mushrooms have a stronger flavor than white mushrooms and can be added to the sauce rather than served as a separate side dish․
Sweet Vidalia onions are suggested for a sweet onion taste, Yellow onions can be substituted for Vidalia onions when they are unavailable․
Adding Worcestershire sauce to hamburger patties and gravy improves the taste of the patties and gravy so they taste flavorful when served․
Juices from mushroom and onion filling and burger patties are added to the skillet to season the brown gravy, No other ingredients are used․
Beef broth and butter flour sauce provide additional flavor to dishes without overpowering the flavors of onions and mushrooms․

Ingredients

Servings4

•1 lb lean ground beef
•1 large egg
•1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (for patties)
•1 tsp Dijon mustard
•3 cloves garlic (minced)
•⅓ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
•½ tsp onion powder
•½ tsp salt
•pepper (to taste)
•1 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
•1 medium onion (sliced or chopped)
•8 oz cremini mushrooms (sliced)
•2 tbsp butter
•3 tbsp flour
•1 ¾ cups beef broth
•1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (for sauce)
•½ tsp garlic powder

Instructions

1
Prep all ingredients prior to getting started.
2
Add all beef patty ingredients except the olive oil to a fairly large prep bowl.
3
Using your hands, mix the patty ingredients together without overworking the mixture.
4
Form 4 equally sized oval patties, aiming for a thickness of about 1/2 to 3/4 inch.
5
Add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat and allow the skillet to heat for a few minutes.
6
Fry the beef patties for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until nicely browned.
7
Transfer the patties to a plate and leave the fat in the skillet.
8
Add the onion and mushrooms to the skillet and sauté, stirring occasionally, until their water has cooked out and they are nicely seared, about 7 to 9 minutes.
9
Transfer the onions and mushrooms to a plate with the beef patties.
10
Reduce the heat to medium, melt the butter in the skillet, then sprinkle in the flour and cook while stirring often for 1 to 2 minutes.
11
Slowly whisk in the beef broth, ensuring the flour dissolves into the sauce.
12
Whisk the Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder into the sauce.
13
Return the onions, mushrooms, beef patties, and any juices from the plate to the skillet.
14
Cook for another 5 to 7 minutes, until the patties are fully cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
15
If the gravy gets too thick, add a splash of water or more beef broth, then serve immediately with extra salt and pepper if needed.