Amish Poor Man's Steak
Amish Poor Man's Steak is a comforting and hearty dish made with ground beef, seasoned bread crumbs, and a rich sauce, perfect for cozy family dinners and versatile enough for various serving options.
Ingredients
For the patties
- 1 pound ground beef Can be substituted with ground turkey or chicken.
- 1 medium onion, chopped Chop finely for better flavor release.
- 1 cup bread crumbs Gluten-free bread crumbs can be used.
- 1 large egg Acts as a binding agent, can substitute with flax egg for vegan.
- 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
- 0.5 teaspoon pepper Adjust to taste.
For the sauce
- 2 cups beef broth Can use vegetable broth for a lighter option.
- 2 tablespoons flour Used to thicken the sauce.
- 2 tablespoons butter Provides richness to the dish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your ingredients. Chop the onion finely.
- In a bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, bread crumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Divide the mixture into equal portions and form them into patties about 1/2 inch thick.
Cooking
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Once the butter is hot, add the patties to the skillet and brown them on each side for about 3 minutes.
- Remove the patties from the skillet and set them aside.
- In the same skillet, add the flour and stir quickly to create a roux.
- Slowly pour in the beef broth while stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
- Once the sauce is thickened, return the patties to the skillet and let them simmer for 20 minutes.
Serving
- Serve the Amish Poor Man's Steak over creamy mashed potatoes or rice.
Notes
For added flavor, consider incorporating garlic powder or Worcestershire sauce into the meat mixture. Top with fresh parsley before serving.