Description
Juicy hamburger steaks cooked to perfection and smothered in a rich, creamy dill sauce, making for a comforting and flavorful main course.
Ingredients
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Hamburger Steaks
- 1.3 pounds ground beef
- 4 tbsp breadcrumbs
- 1 yellow onion – grated
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 egg
Creamy Dill Sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 yellow onion – diced
- 2 garlic cloves – minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp chopped dill – more for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the hamburger steaks: In a large bowl, grate the onion and add ground beef, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, heavy cream, and egg. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a ball. Flatten each ball using the palm of your hand or a spatula to about ¾ inch (2 cm) thickness. Set aside.
- Chop fresh ingredients: Finely dice the onion, mince the garlic cloves, and chop the fresh dill. Set these aside for the sauce.
- Cook the hamburger steaks: Heat olive oil and unsalted butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the hamburger steaks and cook for 5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove the steaks from the skillet and place on a clean plate.
- Make the creamy dill sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to low and add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant and softened. Add salt, black pepper, and all-purpose flour, stirring to combine and cook the flour slightly.
- Add liquids to the sauce: Pour in the low sodium chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to loosen browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly.
- Finish the sauce: Stir in the heavy cream and chopped dill. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Combine steaks and sauce: Return the hamburger steaks to the skillet with the sauce. Simmer together for 5-6 minutes until steaks are heated through and no longer pink in the center.
- Serve: Garnish with extra chopped dill and freshly ground black pepper. Serve the hamburger steaks hot, spooning the creamy dill sauce over each serving.
Notes
- To make the patties more tender, avoid overmixing the meat with the other ingredients.
- Fresh dill is key for the best flavor, but dried dill can be used in a pinch—use about 1 tablespoon if substituting.
- Ensure the sauce simmers gently to prevent the cream from curdling.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Breadcrumbs help bind the patties but can be replaced with crushed crackers or oats if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
