Description
Hearty Crockpot Salisbury Steak emerges as a comforting classic that brings together ground beef patties and rich gravy. Home cooks can savor this classic American dish with minimal effort and maximum flavor satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (680 g) ground beef
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup (60 ml) milk
- ⅓ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsps cornstarch
- 2 tbsps water
- ¼ cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsps ketchup
- 2 tbsps Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Patty Preparation: Delicately blend ground beef with breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mold into elegant oval medallions with gentle precision.
- Searing Technique: Heat skillet to medium-high and caramelize patties, developing golden-brown edges that lock in robust flavors. Transfer browned medallions to crockpot.
- Vegetable Foundation: Spread sliced onions and mushrooms across crockpot base, creating an aromatic layer for meat to nestle upon.
- Gravy Composition: Whisk beef broth, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce into a harmonious liquid, carefully cascading over arranged patties to ensure complete coverage.
- Slow Transformation: Cover crockpot and allow meat to tenderize, cooking on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until meat reaches optimal tenderness and flavor concentration.
- Finishing Touch: Incorporate cornstarch slurry to elevate gravy’s texture, creating a silky, luxurious coating. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to enhance overall taste profile.
- Elegant Presentation: Serve medallions atop mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles, generously drizzling the rich, aromatic gravy across the plate for a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Minimize Meat Handling: Gently mix ingredients to prevent dense, tough patties and maintain a tender, juicy texture.
- Searing Technique Matters: Brown patties thoroughly before slow cooking to lock in flavors and develop a rich caramelized exterior that enhances overall taste profile.
- Gravy Consistency Control: Gradually add cornstarch slurry to avoid lumps and achieve a smooth, velvety sauce that perfectly coats the meat.
- Dietary Adaptation Options: Swap ground beef with lean turkey or plant-based alternatives, use gluten-free breadcrumbs, and substitute low-sodium soy sauce for a healthier, adaptable version of the classic dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg