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The Best Salisbury Steak Meatballs with Rich Mushroom Gravy

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The Best Salisbury Steak Meatballs with Rich Mushroom Gravy is a comforting, hearty dish featuring tender meatballs simmered in a deeply savory mushroom-onion gravy. It’s a cozy twist on a classic, perfect over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice.

Ingredients

  • For the meatballs:
  • 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef )
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1–2 tbsp olive oil, for browning
  • For the mushroom gravy:
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh thyme or parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  2. Shape into 1½-inch meatballs and set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches, turning to sear all sides. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter. Add mushrooms and onions and sauté until soft and golden, about 8–10 minutes.
  5. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  6. Sprinkle in flour and stir to coat. Gradually add beef broth, stirring and scraping up any brown bits from the bottom.
  7. Stir in Worcestershire and Dijon mustard. Bring to a simmer.
  8. Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer for 10–15 minutes, until fully cooked and gravy is thickened.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice.

Notes

  • Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • Add cream or sour cream to gravy for extra richness.
  • Stir in peas or green beans for a one-pan meal.
  • Use almond flour and cornstarch for a gluten-free version.
  • Add smoked paprika or soy sauce for enhanced flavor.

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