Ingredients
For the Hamburger Steaks
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1½ lb (680 g) ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
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1 large egg
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½ cup milk
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½ cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp onion powder
For the Onion Gravy
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2 tbsp butter
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1 large onion, thinly sliced
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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2 cups beef broth
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Make the patties
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, milk, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until just combined.
Shape into oval or round patties. -
Brown the hamburger steaks
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook 3–4 minutes per side until well browned.
Remove patties from skillet and set aside. -
Cook the onions
In the same skillet, melt butter. Add sliced onions and cook over medium heat until soft and lightly caramelized (about 8–10 minutes). -
Make the gravy
Sprinkle flour over onions and stir for 1 minute. Slowly pour in beef broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Add Worcestershire sauce and season with salt and pepper. -
Simmer
Return hamburger steaks to the skillet. Spoon gravy over them, cover, and simmer on low for 15–20 minutes until tender and fully cooked.
Serving Suggestions
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Creamy mashed potatoes 🥔
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White rice or egg noodles
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Buttered green beans or collard greens
Pro Tips
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Don’t overmix the beef — it keeps the patties tender.
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If gravy gets too thick, add a splash of broth.
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For extra Southern flavor, add a dash of soy sauce or beef bouillon to the gravy.
Storage & Reheating
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Fridge: Store in an airtight container up to 3 days
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Reheat: Low heat on stovetop with a little broth