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Poor Man's Steak with Ground Beef

Poor Man’s Steak Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3/4 cup finely crushed saltine crackers
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (optional)

Method
 

  1. Mix the ground beef, cracker crumbs, egg, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until just combined. Shape into 4 oval patties about 1/2 inch thick.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Dredge patties lightly in flour, then cook 4 minutes per side until deep golden. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, add sliced onion to the skillet with a pinch of salt, and cook 5 minutes until soft. Stir in any leftover flour and cook 1 minute. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire, scrape up brown bits, and simmer until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
  4. Return patties to the skillet, spoon gravy over them, cover loosely, and simmer on medium-low for 10 minutes. Stir in butter if using, then serve hot with gravy spooned on top.

Notes

If you want to prep ahead, shape the patties and refrigerate them uncovered on a plate for up to 8 hours. The surface will dry slightly, which helps the flour stick even better.