Ingredients
- Ground beef: choose 80-85 percent lean for juiciness and rich flavor
- Olive oil: helps sear the patties and softens the onions and mushrooms
- Yellow onion: use both finely diced for the meat and sliced for the gravy stronger flavor and sweetness
- Baby bella mushrooms: bring an earthy depth and meaty texture
- Onion powder: boosts savory notes especially important if you want restaurant-level taste
- Garlic powder: balances the beef with subtle warmth look for fresh pure powder
- Salt and black pepper: just enough to highlight everything pick freshly ground pepper for best flavor
- Worcestershire sauce: gives a savory punch and classic steakhouse undertone
- Instant brown gravy mix: shortcut for creamy rich sauce try different brands for your favorite balance of flavor
- Water: makes the gravy silky and just the right consistency filtered is best if possible
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Mix the Gravy:
- In a large bowl whisk instant gravy packets with water until completely smooth with no lumps. Set aside so it is ready to pour in later
- Season and Shape the Patties:
- Place ground beef finely diced onions onion powder garlic powder Worcestershire salt and pepper into another mixing bowl. Use your hands or a spatula to fold the mixture together evenly but do not overwork or the patties can get tough
- Form the Patties:
- Gently shape the beef mixture into five even-sized patties pressing together just enough to hold their shape
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add sliced onions and mushrooms. Stir occasionally for three to four minutes until they are softened and starting to brown on the edges. Scoot the veggies to one side so you have space for the patties
- Brown the Patties:
- Place patties into the pan beside the mushrooms and onions. Let them sear without moving for four to five minutes then flip and cook the other side until the centers reach a safe 165 degrees. Searing locks in juices and creates that flavor-packed crust
- Drain and Add Gravy:
- If you see extra grease in the pan carefully drain it off. Keep the skillet over medium heat. Pour in the gravy and stir gently mixing in the onions mushrooms and drippings. Stir often until the gravy thickens and coats the patties
- Serve:
- Transfer patties and plenty of gravy over your favorite starch and spoon extra onions and mushrooms on top. Eat while hot for the best experience