French Onion Salisbury Steak

Rich and hearty, this French Onion Salisbury Steak is a simple ground beef dinner that feels special. Juicy beef patties simmer in a savory caramelized onion gravy and pair perfectly with creamy mashed potatoes for an easy, comforting meal any night of the week.

Prep Time15

Cook Time45

Total Time1

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: caramelized onion gravy, comfort food recipe, easy weeknight dinner, French Onion Salisbury Steak, ground beef dinner ideas, hearty beef dinner, homemade Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes side dish, Salisbury steak recipe, skillet Salisbury steak

Servings: people

Calories: 420kcal

Author: George - U Keep Cooking

Equipment

large cast enamel skillet

Ingredients

2 lbs. Ground Beef
¼ cup Parsley (chopped)(fresh)
½ cup Panko
2 Eggs (beaten)
1 Onion (finely chopped)
2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
1 teaspoon Salt
¼ teaspoon Pepper
Flour (to dredge the meat paddies)
3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (for frying)

French Onion Sauce

2 Onions (large)(sliced)
2 teaspoons Sugar
6 cloves Garlic (minced)
2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
1 tablespoons Flour
3 cups Beef Broth
½ cup Red Wine (dry)
1 teaspoon Thyme (dried)
4 teaspoons Parmesan Cheese (grated)

Instructions

Make the Salisbury Steaks

Mix the Meat Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 lbs. ground beef, ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley, ½ cup panko, 2 beaten eggs, 1 finely chopped onion, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Mix gently until just combined—avoid overmixing to keep the patties tender.
Shape and Dredge: Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape into oval patties. Lightly coat each patty in flour, shaking off any excess.
Sear the Patties: Heat 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the patties for about 4–5 minutes per side until browned. The patties don't need to be completely cooked through because they will finish cooking in the sauce later. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

Make the French Onion Sauce

Caramelize the Onions: In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and 2 teaspoons sugar. Cook over medium heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and caramelized.
Add Garlic and Tomato Paste: Stir in 6 minced garlic cloves and 2 tablespoons tomato paste. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Thicken the Sauce: Sprinkle 1 tablespoon flour over the onion mixture. Stir and cook for 1 minute to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Deglaze and Simmer: Pour in ½ cup dry red wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Add 3 cups beef broth and 1 teaspoon dried thyme. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.

Finish the Dish

Return the Patties: Nestle the seared Salisbury steaks back into the skillet with the sauce. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 15–20 minutes, or until the patties are cooked through and the sauce thickens.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with 4 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese before serving. Pair with creamy mashed potatoes or buttered noodles for a complete meal.

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