Description
Oven Baked Hamburger Steaks is a comforting and easy-to-make dish featuring savory ground beef patties cooked in a rich homemade onion gravy. Perfectly seasoned with Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and onions, then baked to juicy perfection, these steaks pair wonderfully with mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Hamburger Steaks
- 2 pounds Ground Beef (90/10 or 85/15 burger)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Kosher Salt (divided)
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (divided)
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder (divided)
- 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
- ¼ large Onion (finely chopped)
- 2 Tablespoons Cooking Oil
For the Onion Gravy
- ¾ large Onion (sliced in rings)
- 3 Tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
- 1 cup Water (adjust for gravy consistency)
- 1 teaspoon Beef Bouillon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F to get it ready for baking the hamburger steaks.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef with Worcestershire sauce and the finely chopped ¼ of a large onion. Season with ½ teaspoon of kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon garlic powder. Mix lightly to blend flavors without overworking the meat.
- Form Patties: Divide the mixture into 6 equal patties about 1-inch thick. Handle them gently to keep the meat tender and avoid dryness.
- Brown Patties: Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add the cooking oil. Brown the patties on both sides until nicely seared.
- Sauté Onions: Remove the patties from the skillet while leaving the cooking juices. Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté until they become tender and translucent.
- Add Flour: Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir constantly for 1 to 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste and form a roux.
- Make Gravy: Gradually add the water and beef bouillon to the skillet while stirring continuously to remove lumps. Adjust seasoning by adding the remaining salt, pepper, and garlic powder as needed.
- Bake: Return the patties to the skillet, nestling them in the gravy. Cover with a lid or aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F for well-done.
- Serve: Serve your oven baked hamburger steaks hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles to enjoy a hearty and delicious meal.
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Notes
- Do not overwork the ground beef when mixing and forming patties to keep them juicy and tender.
- Adjust water amount to achieve desired gravy thickness.
- Use an oven-proof skillet to transition easily from stovetop to oven without transferring pans.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure patties are cooked through to 160°F for safety.
- Pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles for a complete meal.
