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Smothered Hamburger Steak

Smothered Hamburger Steak is a classic comfort food featuring tender ground beef patties smothered in a rich, savory gravy with onions. This dish is hearty and satisfying, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large skillet
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 cooking spoon
  • 1 measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • to taste fresh parsley, chopped for garnish, optional

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Mix until just combined, and form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the hamburger patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until nicely browned and cooked through. Remove the patties from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil and the sliced onions. Sauté the onions over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until they are translucent and starting to caramelize.
  • Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir well, cooking for about 1 minute. Gradually pour in the beef broth while continuously stirring to prevent lumps.
  • Bring the gravy to a simmer and cook for about 2-3 minutes until it thickens. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  • Return the hamburger patties to the skillet, spooning the gravy over the top of each patty. Cover and cook on low heat for another 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding mushrooms or bell peppers to the onion mixture while sautéing.
This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, or even over egg noodles to soak up the delicious gravy.