Salisbury Steak Meatballs
A comforting family-friendly dish featuring tender meatballs in a rich gravy served over creamy mashed potatoes or noodles.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef Can also use ground turkey.
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs For binding.
- 1 large egg Helps to hold the meatballs together.
- 1 tsp garlic powder For flavor.
- 1 tsp onion powder For flavor.
- 1 tsp salt To taste.
- 1/2 tsp black pepper To taste.
For the Gravy
- 2 cups beef broth For a rich base.
- 1/4 cup soy sauce Adds umami flavor.
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce Enhances the flavor of the gravy.
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped For added texture and taste.
- 1 tbsp cornstarch To thicken the gravy.
- 1/4 cup water To mix with cornstarch for thickening.
For Serving
- 4 cups mashed potatoes Classic side to serve with meatballs and gravy.
Instructions
Prepare Meatballs
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and form into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Cook Meatballs
- Place meatballs in the slow cooker.
Prepare Gravy
- In a separate bowl, mix beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and chopped onion.
- Pour the mixture over the meatballs in the slow cooker.
Slow Cook
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, or until meatballs are fully cooked.
Thicken Gravy
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water until smooth.
- Add to the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking to thicken the gravy.
Serve
- Serve meatballs with gravy over mashed potatoes.
Notes
This dish can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Gravy consistency may change after freezing.