Southern-Style Hamburger Steak

If you’re craving a true comfort-food classic, this Southern-Style Hamburger Steak delivers big flavor with simple ingredients. Juicy beef patties simmered in rich onion gravy make this dish feel like it came straight from a Southern diner or grandma’s kitchen.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Classic Southern comfort food
• Rich, savory onion gravy
• Made with pantry staples
• Perfect for weeknight dinners

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Ingredients

For the Hamburger Steaks

• 1½ pounds ground beef (80/20 works best)
• ¼ cup bread crumbs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

For the Onion Gravy

• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

How to Make Southern Hamburger Steak

1. In a large bowl, gently mix ground beef, bread crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.
2. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into oval patties.
3. Heat oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Cook the patties for 4–5 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and cook 5–7 minutes until soft and lightly caramelized.
6. Sprinkle flour over onions and stir well. Cook for 1 minute.
7. Slowly whisk in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer until thickened.
8. Return patties to the skillet and spoon gravy over them.
9. Cover and simmer on low for 10–12 minutes until cooked through.

Serving Suggestions

• Creamy mashed potatoes
• White rice or buttered noodles
• Southern-style green beans or collard greens

Tips & Variations

• Add sliced mushrooms to the gravy for extra depth
• Use crushed saltine crackers instead of breadcrumbs for a traditional touch
• Substitute chicken broth for a lighter gravy

Southern-Style Hamburger Steak

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4

Instructions

1. Mix beef, seasonings, breadcrumbs, and Worcestershire gently.
2. Form into 4 oval patties.
3. Brown patties in skillet and remove.
4. Sauté onions, add flour, then broth and Worcestershire.
5. Return patties to skillet and simmer until tender.