Description
Salisbury Steak Meatballs are a comforting and flavorful dish featuring seasoned beef meatballs in a rich mushroom and onion gravy. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or gatherings, this homestyle favorite pairs well with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice. Try this easy, hearty recipe today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined without overworking.
- Form the Meatballs: Shape into 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs.
- Brown the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs in batches until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Gravy: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onions and mushrooms until softened and caramelized.
- Create the Sauce Base: Stir in tomato paste, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add the Broth: Pour in beef broth, scraping up browned bits. Bring to a simmer.
- Thicken the Gravy: Mix cornstarch with water until smooth. Stir into the gravy and let it thicken.
- Simmer the Meatballs: Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer for 10 minutes until fully cooked.
- Serve: Enjoy with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
Notes
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Warm on the stovetop with a splash of broth or microwave in 30-second intervals.
- Baking Option: Bake meatballs at 375°F for 15-20 minutes instead of frying.
- Substitutions: Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option, or gluten-free breadcrumbs for a GF version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Salisbury steak meatballs, beef meatballs, mushroom gravy, comfort food, easy dinner