Name: Salisbury Steak Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1 large egg; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp oil (for frying); 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; 2 cups beef broth; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (for gravy); 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Description

Craving something deeply savory and comforting for dinner? These *Salisbury Steak Meatballs* are exactly what you need. Juicy ground beef meatballs are pan-seared and simmered in a luscious onion gravy, served over creamy mashed potatoes for the ultimate cozy meal. Whether you’re planning a weeknight dinner, looking for easy meal prep ideas, or need a quick family favorite, this easy recipe delivers classic flavor without the hassle. It’s one of those hearty dinner ideas that brings everyone back for seconds. Perfect for a comforting weeknight meal, this dish fits right into your rotation of easy dinner recipes, beef meal prep, and quick comfort food ideas. Serve it with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles—and you’ve got a complete, satisfying meal in under an hour.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1 large egg

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp oil (for frying)

1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp all-purpose flour

2 cups beef broth

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (for gravy)

1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until just combined.

2. Form into 1.5-inch meatballs and set aside.

3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs on all sides, then set aside.

4. In the same pan, sauté sliced onions until caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

5. Sprinkle flour over the onions, stirring to coat. Slowly whisk in beef broth and additional Worcestershire sauce.

6. Simmer until the gravy thickens slightly.

7. Return meatballs to the pan, cover, and simmer 10–15 minutes until fully cooked.

8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice.

Notes

Don’t overmix the meat mixture or the meatballs may turn tough.

Let the meatballs rest a few minutes after cooking for better texture and flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 410
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: easy dinner, comfort food, ground beef, meatballs, mashed potatoes