Here’s a Bobby Flay–style Salisbury steak recipe — inspired by his bold, savory flavors, but written in original form (not a copied or official recipe).
Salisbury Steak (Bobby Flay–Inspired)
Ingredients
For the steaks
- 1½ lb ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- ½ small onion, very finely chopped
- Salt and black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the mushroom-onion gravy
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce (deepens flavor)
- Fresh thyme or parsley (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Make the Salisbury steaks
- In a large bowl, gently mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire, Dijon, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper.
- Do not overmix — this keeps the steaks tender.
- Shape into oval patties.
2. Sear
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear patties for 3–4 minutes per side until browned.
- Remove and set aside (they will finish cooking in the gravy).
3. Build the gravy
- In the same skillet, add butter and olive oil.
- Cook onions until caramelized (8–10 minutes).
- Add mushrooms and cook until browned.
- Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and cook 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in beef broth, Worcestershire, and soy sauce.
- Simmer until thickened.
4. Finish
- Return steaks to the pan.
- Spoon gravy over them.
- Cover and simmer gently for 10–15 minutes until cooked through.
- Finish with herbs and adjust seasoning.
Serve With
- Creamy mashed potatoes
- Buttered egg noodles
- Green beans or roasted carrots
Why This Feels “Bobby Flay–Style”
- Deep umami from Worcestershire + soy
- Caramelized onions for sweetness
- Rich, glossy gravy
- Bold but balanced seasoning
If you want, I can also give you:
- A 30-minute weeknight version
- A comfort-food diner version
- Or a lighter turkey Salisbury steak
Just tell me which one you want.
