Here’s a true Southern-style Hamburger Steak with Onion Gravy recipe—rich, comforting, and perfect over mashed potatoes or rice. This is classic diner/home-style cooking at its best.

🍽 Hamburger Steaks with Onion Gravy

INGREDIENTS

For the Hamburger Steaks

• 1 ½ lbs ground beef (80/20 works best)
• 1 egg
• 1/3 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp oil or butter (for browning)

For the Onion Gravy

• 2 large onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Optional: splash of kitchen bouquet or soy sauce for color

🔥 INSTRUCTIONS

1. Make the Hamburger Steaks

1. In a large bowl combine:
   • ground beef
   • egg
   • breadcrumbs
   • Worcestershire
   • garlic powder, onion powder, paprika
   • salt & pepper
2. Mix gently—don’t overwork.
3. Form into 4–6 oval patties (classic “hamburger steak” shape).

2. Brown the Patties

1. Heat a skillet over medium-high with oil or butter.
2. Brown patties on each side 3–4 minutes — they don’t need to cook through yet.
3. Remove and set aside.

3. Cook the Onions

1. Add butter to the same pan.
2. Add sliced onions and cook 8–10 minutes until soft and golden.
3. Sprinkle flour over onions and stir for 1 minute to form a roux.

4. Make the Gravy

1. Slowly pour in the beef broth while stirring.
2. Add Worcestershire, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of pepper.
3. Bring to a simmer until thickened (3–5 minutes).
4. Taste and adjust seasoning.

5. Finish the Dish

1. Nestle the hamburger steaks into the gravy.
2. Cover and simmer 15 minutes until patties are fully cooked and tender.
3. Gravy will thicken further and become rich and silky.

🍛 SERVE WITH

• Mashed potatoes (the classic pairing)
• White rice
• Buttered noodles
• Green beans or steamed vegetables
• Cornbread

⭐ Tips for Extra Flavor

• Add mushrooms with the onions for mushroom onion gravy.
• Use a splash of red wine in the gravy for depth.
• For extra tender patties, add 1–2 tbsp milk to the meat mixture.

If you want, I can also give you a smothered hamburger steak, Japanese-style hamburger steak, or a low-carb version.