Description
Salisbury Steak Meatballs are a delicious and comforting dish featuring tender ground beef meatballs seasoned with Parmesan and spices, browned to perfection, and simmered in a savory brown gravy. This easy-to-make recipe delivers the classic flavors of Salisbury steak in a convenient meatball form, perfect for a satisfying family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet brown gravy mix
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix everything thoroughly until evenly combined.
- Shape the Meatballs: Roll the mixture into meatballs approximately 1.5 inches in diameter, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking.
- Brown the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and brown them on all sides, which should take about 5-7 minutes, giving them a nice crust and locking in the flavors.
- Set Meatballs Aside: Once browned, remove the meatballs from the skillet and set them aside temporarily to prepare the gravy.
- Make the Gravy: In the same skillet, add the brown gravy mix and beef broth while stirring continuously to combine and loosen any browned bits stuck on the bottom of the pan, which adds depth to the gravy.
- Simmer the Meatballs in Gravy: Return the meatballs to the skillet, submerging them in the gravy. Let them simmer gently for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked through and the gravy thickens nicely.
- Serve: Plate the meatballs and generously spoon the rich brown gravy over the top. Serve hot for a comforting main dish.
Notes
- For a lower-fat version, use lean ground beef or substitute part of the beef with ground turkey or chicken.
- Breadcrumbs can be gluten-free if you need a gluten-free dish.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the skillet when browning meatballs to ensure even browning.
- Leftover gravy can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or egg noodles for a complete meal.
