Description
This delicious Turkey Salisbury Steaks recipe features tender ground turkey patties cooked to perfection and smothered in a rich and savory mushroom gravy. Perfectly balanced with simple seasonings and elevated by a homemade mushroom and onion gravy, this comforting meal is ideal for a hearty weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Steaks
- 1 lb ground turkey (85/15 or 93/7)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- ½ tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tbsp steak sauce (like A-1)
- 1 egg
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2–3 tbsp oil (neutral, like canola)
Mushroom Gravy
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion, sliced ¼ inch thick
- 8 oz white button mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp salt (plus more to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Make the Steaks: In a bowl, combine ground turkey, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, steak sauce, egg, and panko breadcrumbs. Mix gently until just combined to avoid a tough texture, then shape the mixture into 4 oval patties.
- Cook the Patties: Heat the neutral oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the turkey patties in the skillet and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until they are browned on the outside and cooked through. Remove the patties from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Prepare the Gravy Base: In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the sliced onions and mushrooms, sautéing them until they become golden and soft, which typically takes about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Make the Gravy: Sprinkle the flour over the cooked onions and mushrooms, stirring continuously for 1 to 2 minutes to cook off the raw flour taste and create a roux.
- Add Liquids: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce to the roux, ensuring the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- Thicken and Simmer: Allow the gravy to simmer until it thickens to a rich consistency, about 3 to 5 minutes. Return the cooked turkey patties to the skillet, nestling them in the gravy and simmer for an additional 5 to 10 minutes so the steaks can absorb the flavors and heat through.
- Serve: Serve the turkey Salisbury steaks hot, spooned generously with the mushroom gravy. Enjoy with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite side dishes for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- Use lean ground turkey (85/15 or 93/7) to ensure the patties stay moist yet firm.
- Do not over-mix the patty ingredients to keep the texture tender.
- Neutral oils like canola or vegetable oil are preferred to prevent overpowering flavors.
- The mushroom gravy can be adjusted for thickness by adding more or less flour.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute panko breadcrumbs and flour with gluten-free alternatives.
