Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak is a classic comfort-food dish where ground beef patties are cooked in a rich, savory mushroom and onion gravy. Using a slow cooker makes the meat tender and flavorful with minimal effort. 🥩🍄
Key Ingredients
- Ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- Breadcrumbs (for binding)
- Eggs (for binding)
- Onion (finely chopped)
- Garlic (optional)
- Mushrooms (sliced)
- Beef broth
- Worcestershire sauce
- Flour or cornstarch (to thicken gravy)
- Seasonings: Salt, pepper, paprika, thyme
Basic Method
- Mix patties: Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, pepper, and optional onion/garlic. Shape into oval patties.
- Optional browning: Quickly brown patties in a skillet for extra flavor.
- Prepare gravy: Place mushrooms, onions, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce in the slow cooker.
- Add patties: Nestle the patties into the gravy.
- Cook:
- Low: 6–7 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
- Thicken gravy: About 30 minutes before serving, mix 1–2 tablespoons of flour or cornstarch with water and stir into gravy to thicken.
- Serve: Over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
Tips for Best Results
- Do not overmix meat when forming patties; keeps them tender.
- Add mushrooms later if you want them firmer instead of very soft.
- Season gravy at the end for perfect flavor balance.
- Optional: Top with fresh parsley for color.
💡 Serving Ideas:
- Classic: Mashed potatoes and green beans
- Over rice or egg noodles
- With a side of roasted carrots or peas
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