Name: Red Wine Gravy Salisbury Steak: A Gourmet Twist on a Comfort Classic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground beef (80% lean); 1/3 cup plain breadcrumbs; 1 large egg; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; Salt and black pepper to taste; ; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium red onion, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 cup dry red wine (such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot); 1 1/2 cups beef broth; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried); 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (slurry); Salt and pepper to taste

Description

This Red Wine Gravy Salisbury Steak features juicy beef patties smothered in a rich, velvety red wine mushroom gravy. It’s a comforting, gourmet twist on a classic dish, perfect served over mashed potatoes for a hearty, soul-warming meal.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Salisbury Steaks:

1 1/2 pounds ground beef (80% lean)

1/3 cup plain breadcrumbs

1 large egg

2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Red Wine Mushroom Gravy:

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 medium red onion, sliced

3 cloves garlic, minced

8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 cup dry red wine (such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot)

1 1/2 cups beef broth

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried)

1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped

1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (slurry)

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Make the beef patties: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire, Dijon, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined, then shape into 4 to 6 oval patties.

Sear the steaks: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Sear the patties 3 to 4 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.

Sauté the vegetables: In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed. Add sliced onions and mushrooms. Cook until softened and slightly caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.

Deglaze with wine: Stir in tomato paste, then pour in red wine. Scrape the bottom of the pan and let simmer for 5-7 minutes, reducing by half.

Build the gravy: Add beef broth, Worcestershire, thyme, and rosemary. Stir to combine. Return the patties to the pan and cover. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Thicken the sauce: Stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer another 2-3 minutes until thickened. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

Serve: Plate the steaks over mashed potatoes and generously spoon over the red wine mushroom gravy. Garnish with extra herbs if desired.

Notes

For a non-alcoholic version, replace red wine with beef broth and a splash of balsamic vinegar.

Ground turkey or chicken can be used instead of beef.

Fresh herbs elevate the dish, but dried herbs can be substituted in a pinch.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner

Keywords: Salisbury steak, red wine gravy, mushroom gravy, comfort food, beef patties, mashed potatoes, gourmet Salisbury steak