Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak – Experience the flavors of Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak, an American comfort dish that is both easy to prepare and incredibly delicious. This recipe involves creating beef patties that are smothered in a mouthwatering gravy made with mushrooms and onions. It’s the choice, for a comforting family meal as it requires a few simple ingredients and your trusty slow cooker. You’ll be able to serve up a satisfying meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
I can still vividly recall the first time I made this Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak. The enticing aroma of mushrooms and onions filled the kitchen while the patties sizzled away in the pan. The anticipation was palpable as my husband and child eagerly awaited the result. It turned out to be a success! The combination of flavors and tender beef patties coated in that gravy earned me rave reviews. Nowadays it has become a favorite among our family enjoyed together on occasions.
What makes this Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak truly special?
Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak offers you the best of both worlds. Convenience and culinary delight. With 10 minutes of prep time it’s a choice for those busy days when you need something delicious without much effort.. Thanks, to your cooker all those wonderful flavors will infuse into the lean beef patties perfectly. Whether you choose to serve it over mashed potatoes or fluffy rice this dish is incredibly versatile and sure to please any crowd at family dinners or potluck gatherings. It’s, like the epitome of comfort food featuring succulent beef, and flavorful gravy made with mushrooms and onions that will make you want to go for seconds.
What You Need To Make This Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Recipe?
Lean Ground Beef: Use quality ground beef for this recipe to ensure that your Salisbury steak is both flavorful and health-conscious. The lean meat will keep it juicy, without grease.
Fresh Parsley: Fresh parsley is not only for looks. It brings a burst of garden flavor to the gravy enhancing the entire dish with its vibrant color and herbaceous magic.
Low Sodium Beef Broth: Control the saltiness of the dish by opting for low-sodium beef broth. This way the savory gravy won’t overwhelm your taste buds allowing all the flavors to come together beautifully.
Brown Gravy Mix: The secret weapon of this recipe lies in the gravy mix. It adds a texture to the sauce without compromising on flavor. It’s like having a gourmet shortcut at your fingertips.
Dijon Mustard: Don’t forget about Dijon mustard! Just a teaspoon can bring a tantalizing tang that perfectly balances out the richness of the gravy. It’s that ingredient that takes your Salisbury steak to another level with its nuanced taste.
Cornstarch: And lastly cornstarch. When it comes to making the gravy thicker cornstarch is the ingredient to use. Simply mix it with water until you get a slurry, which will then thicken the sauce beautifully. It’s that step that turns your slow cooker dish into a delicious meal that rivals what you’d find at a fancy restaurant.
Steps To Make Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak:
Step 1: Start by placing the sliced mushrooms and onions at the bottom of your slow cooker.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl combine ground beef, egg yolk, minced onion, Panko bread crumbs, milk, garlic and a pinch of salt and pepper to make 6 patties.
Step 3: Sear the beef patties, in a skillet over medium-high heat for approximately 3 minutes on each side until they acquire a golden brown crust.
Step 4: Arrange the seared beef patties over the mushrooms and onions in the slow cooker.
Step 5: Mix together beef broth, brown gravy mix, ketchup, Dijon mustard and fresh parsley in another bowl. Pour this mixture over the beef patties.
Step 6: Let it cook on low for 5 hours to allow the flavors to blend harmoniously.
Step 7: Once the slow cooking is finished, remove the patties and set them aside.
Step 8: Increase the slow cooker temperature to high. In a bowl combine water and cornstarch; then stir it into the gravy, in the slow cooker. Allow it to cook for a few minutes until the gravy thickens.
Step 9: Reintroduce the beef patties into the thickened gravy so that they get evenly coated. Indulge, in a comforting meal of flavor by serving your Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak, alongside mashed potatoes or a bed of fluffy rice.
Tip:
To add a burst of taste you might want to think about searing the beef patties, on both sides in a hot skillet before placing them in the slow cooker. This speedy sear brings out a layer, on the meat’s surface intensifying its depth and forming a mouthwatering crust. It’s a technique that delivers outcomes elevating your Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak to a whole new level of culinary greatness. If you enjoy slow-cooked dishes, you might also like this slow cooker beef keema curry.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I make this recipe with ground turkey instead of beef?
Of course! If you prefer an option lean ground turkey can be a substitute, for beef. It will still absorb all the flavors as well.
Can I freeze the leftovers?
Absolutely! Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak reheats beautifully. Can be safely stored in the freezer for, up to 3 months. Just make sure to allow it to cool down completely before freezing.
What can I serve as side dishes with this dish?
This dish goes well with mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles. You can also add some vegetables on the side for a satisfying meal.
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Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak
Ingredients
- 6 oz sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 onion sliced
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth low sodium
- 1 oz package brown gravy mix dry
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 4 tbsp water
Beef Patties:
- 1 1/2 lb lean ground beef
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/4 cup minced onion
- 1/3 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 3 tbsp milk
- 1 clove garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by placing the sliced mushrooms and onions into your slow cooker.
- Combine ground beef, an egg yolk, minced onion, Panko bread crumbs, milk, garlic, salt and pepper. Shape this mixture into 6 patties.
- Heat a skillet, over medium-high heat and brown the patties for approximately 3 minutes on each side.
- Arrange the patties on top of the mushrooms and onions in the slow cooker. In a bowl mix together beef broth, brown gravy mix, ketchup, Dijon mustard and fresh parsley. Pour this mixture over the patties.
- Set your cooker to low heat and let it work its magic for 5 hours. This will allow all those wonderful flavors to blend together perfectly.
- Once done cooking remove the patties from the slow cooker. Set them aside. Increase the heat setting to high on your slow cooker. In a bowl combine water with cornstarch and stir it into the gravy that is in your slow cooker. Allow it to cook for a few minutes until it thickens up nicely.
- Place back your beef patties, into that thickened gravy so they can be coated evenly. Serve this Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak over mashed potatoes or rice for a satisfying meal experience. Enjoy every bite!
Notes
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