Savory Salisbury Steak Meatballs Recipe
This Savory Salisbury Steak Meatballs recipe features tender ground beef meatballs seasoned with Worcestershire sauce and onions, seared to perfection, and simmered in a creamy, flavorful sour cream and beef broth gravy. A comforting, hearty dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Gravy
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil (for searing)
Instructions
- Prepare the meatball mixture: In a large bowl, gently combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until just mixed, being careful not to overwork the meat to keep the meatballs tender.
- Form meatballs: Using about two tablespoons of the mixture per meatball, roll into roughly 1-inch balls and set aside.
- Sear the meatballs: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally to achieve an even crust. Transfer the browned meatballs to a plate.
- Make the gravy base: In the same skillet, sprinkle in the flour and whisk constantly until it turns golden brown and fragrant, approximately 2 minutes. This creates a roux to thicken the gravy.
- Add broth and simmer: Slowly whisk in the beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Bring to a gentle simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Incorporate sour cream: Stir in the sour cream until the gravy is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Simmer meatballs in gravy: Return the meatballs to the skillet, nestling them in the sauce. Lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld and ensure meatballs are cooked through.
Notes
- Use ground beef with 80/20 fat content for juicy meatballs.
- Do not overmix the meatball mixture to avoid tough meatballs.
- Searing meatballs before simmering locks in flavor and texture.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute breadcrumbs and flour with gluten-free alternatives.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or egg noodles to complement the creamy gravy.
Keywords: Salisbury steak, meatballs, ground beef recipe, creamy gravy, comforting dinner
