Description
Looking for a cozy, comforting dinner that’s easy to make and full of flavor? These Salisbury Steak Meatballs are the answer! Juicy, tender meatballs are simmered in a rich brown gravy that brings all the nostalgic flavors of Salisbury steak to life in bite-sized form. Whether you’re after a quick dinner idea, meal prep recipe, or food idea for feeding a hungry crowd, this dish checks all the boxes. Perfect for those craving a hearty, satisfying meal — it’s one of the best easy recipes to add to your weekly dinner rotation!
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 egg
1/2 small onion, finely grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, grated onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix gently until just combined.
2. Shape into small meatballs (about 1 to 1.5 inches). You should get around 20–24.
3. Heat oil in a skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches, turning to brown all sides. Set aside.
4. In the same skillet, melt butter and stir in flour to make a roux. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
5. Gradually whisk in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, onion powder, and garlic powder. Simmer 3–5 minutes until thickened.
6. Return meatballs to skillet, cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes until fully cooked and gravy is thick.
7. Garnish with parsley and serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
Notes
For extra juicy meatballs, avoid overmixing the meat mixture.
You can bake the meatballs instead of pan-frying for a lighter option.
Add a splash of cream or soy sauce to the gravy for a deeper, richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs with gravy
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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