Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 egg
1/4 cup bread crumbs
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup thinly sliced onion
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup beef broth
1 tablespoon cooking sherry
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
Hamburger steak is a classic American dish that has been around for over a century. It's basically a large hamburger patty seasoned with various spices and often served with brown gravy. The dish can be traced back to the early 1900s, when hamburgers were becoming more popular in the US. Hamburger steak was a way to use leftover beef scraps and make it into a filling and tasty meal. Today, hamburger steak is still a popular comfort food that's often served in diners and homes across the country. This recipe adds onions and gravy to elevate the dish and bring out its full potential.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, bread crumbs, black pepper, seasoned salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well.
2.Divide the mixture into four equal parts and shape each one into a patty.
3.In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat and cook patties on both sides until browned. Remove patties from the skillet.
4.In the same skillet, cook thinly sliced onions until browned and tender.
5.Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir to combine. Gradually add beef broth and cooking sherry and stir constantly until the gravy is smooth and thick.
6.Add seasoned salt and return the patties to the skillet. Spoon some of the gravy over each patty and let them cook for additional 15-20 minutes.
7.Serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite vegetables.

PROS

Hamburger steak is budget-friendly, easy to make, and a crowd-pleaser.
The onions and gravy add extra juiciness and flavor to the dish.

CONS

This recipe is high in sodium and saturated fat, making it not suitable for people on a low-sodium or low-fat diet.
The patties can be dry if overcooked or made with lean beef.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high calorie and fat content, hamburger steak can be a good source of protein, iron, and zinc. Adding onions to the dish can provide additional fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants. However, consume in moderation and balance with vegetables and whole grains for a well-rounded meal.

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