Description
Rich, juicy meatballs smothered in a savory brown gravy, these Salisbury steak meatballs are the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for serving over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles, this dish is easy to make and packed with flavor. Great for family dinners or meal prep, these meatballs will quickly become a household favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup grated onion
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
For the Gravy:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, grated onion, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form the Meatballs: Roll the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter).
- Brown the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Make the Gravy: In the same skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes until golden. Gradually whisk in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened.
- Simmer the Meatballs: Return the meatballs to the skillet, coating them in the gravy. Cover and simmer on low for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles. Enjoy!