Hamburger Steak with Onions and Gravy

Ingredients and Weight:

• Ground beef (80% lean): 500g
• Onions: 2 large ones, chopped
• Gravy (beef stock or brown gravy mix): 300ml
• Breadcrumbs: 50g
• Egg: 1
• Salt: 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
• Cooking oil or butter for frying

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 30 minutes
• Total: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
2. Shape the mixture into 8 hamburger steaks.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg. Dip each steak into the egg mixture, then fry in hot oil or butter until browned on both sides.
4. Remove steaks from the pan and set aside.
5. Add chopped onions to the same pan and cook until softened.
6. Pour gravy into the pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for a few minutes.
7. Return the steaks to the pan, coat with the gravy, and let it simmer for another 5-10 minutes until the gravy is absorbed.
8. Serve hot with your choice of side dish.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Approx. 400 per serving (based on the ingredients provided)
• Protein: 25g
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Classic American comfort food with a rich and savory gravy.
• The hamburger steaks are juicy and full of flavor, perfect for meat lovers.
• The dish is hearty and filling, making it a great main course for any meal.

User Comments:

1. "This dish was amazing! The gravy was so flavorful and the hamburger steaks were cooked to perfection."
2. "I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The onions added a nice touch to the gravy and made it more interesting."
3. "This is a great dish for a family meal. Everyone loved the juicy steaks and the rich gravy."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh ground beef for best results. Avoid using frozen meat as it may affect the texture of the steaks.
• Make sure to cook the steaks to medium-rare for maximum juiciness and tenderness. Overcooking may result in dry steaks.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your preference, adding more salt or pepper if needed.