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Smothered Hamburger Steak with Onion Gravy

Smothered Hamburger Steak with Onion Gravy
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A cozy and comforting Smothered Hamburger Steak with Onion Gravy featuring juicy hamburger patties smothered in a rich, savory caramelized onion gravy. Perfect for family dinners and easy weekday meals, this recipe uses simple pantry ingredients for a hearty and satisfying comfort food classic.

Ingredients

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For the Hamburger Steaks

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp oil (for searing)
  • 1 tbsp butter (for searing)

For the Onion Gravy

  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for gluten-free option)
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup milk or cream (for creamier gravy)

Optional Variations & Seasonings

  • Pinch of cayenne pepper or hot paprika (for spicy kick)
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary (for herbal flavor)
  • Sliced mushrooms (add with onions for richer gravy)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Hamburger Steaks: In a bowl, combine ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well and form into evenly sized patties about half an inch thick. This seasons the meat and ensures flavorful steaks.
  2. Sear the Steaks: Heat oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties and sear each side until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove patties from pan and set aside, keeping the drippings in the skillet.
  3. Cook the Onions: In the same skillet, add sliced onions and butter if needed. Cook slowly over medium heat until onions become translucent and caramelize, about 10-15 minutes, developing their natural sweetness.
  4. Make the Onion Gravy: Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw taste. Gradually whisk in the beef broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan for extra flavor. Let the gravy simmer until thickened. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Optionally stir in milk or cream for a richer gravy.
  5. Smother the Steaks: Return the hamburger patties to the skillet, nestling them into the onion gravy. Cover the pan with a lid and cook on low heat for 10-15 minutes to soak up flavors and finish cooking through.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Plate the smothered steaks and spoon extra onion gravy on top. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve with your choice of sides.

Notes

  • Don’t overcrowd the pan when searing; cook patties in batches for the best crust.
  • Use a high-quality beef broth to deepen the flavor of the gravy.
  • Slow-caramelize onions to develop sweetness and rich flavor.
  • Allow patties to rest a few minutes after cooking to retain juices.
  • Adjust gravy thickness by adding broth to thin or simmering longer to thicken.
  • For gluten-free version, replace all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour or cornstarch.
  • Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or can be frozen for 2 months.

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Keywords: smothered hamburger steak, onion gravy, comfort food, hamburger patties, caramelized onions, easy dinner, family meal

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