Southern-Style Hamburger Steak

Here’s a classic Southern-style Hamburger Steak with rich onion gravy—comfort food that’s simple and filling.

🍽️ Southern-Style Hamburger Steak

Ingredients

Hamburger Steaks

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef

• ½ cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers

• 1 egg

• ½ small onion, finely chopped

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)

Onion Gravy

• 1 large onion, sliced

• 2 tbsp butter or oil

• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 2 cups beef broth

• Salt & pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Make the patties
   Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
   Shape into 4–6 oval patties.

2. Brown the steaks
   Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little oil.
   Cook patties 3–4 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.

3. Cook onions
   In the same skillet, add butter/oil and sliced onions.
   Cook until soft and golden.

4. Make gravy
   Sprinkle flour over onions and stir 1 minute.
   Slowly whisk in beef broth. Simmer until thickened.

5. Simmer together
   Return patties to skillet.
   Cover and simmer 10–15 minutes until cooked through and tender.

Serving Ideas

• Over mashed potatoes

• With rice or egg noodles

• Add green beans or collard greens on the side

Tips & Variations

• Use 80/20 beef for best flavor

• Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the gravy for depth

• For extra-tender patties, don’t overmix the meat

If you want, I can give you a slow-cooker version, make it without eggs, or turn it into a budget meal plan.