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Hamburger Steaks in Creamy Dill Sauce Recipe

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Juicy hamburger steaks cooked to perfection in a skillet and served with a rich, creamy dill sauce made with onions, garlic, and heavy cream. This comforting dish offers a flavorful twist on classic meat patties with a luscious herb-infused sauce perfect for any dinner.

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

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 (plus more for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepping: Grate one yellow onion into a large bowl. Add ground beef, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, heavy cream, and egg. Mix everything gently with your hands until just combined to avoid tough patties. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a ball, then flatten each ball to about ¾ inch (2 cm) thickness. Set the shaped hamburger steaks aside.
  2. Chopping: Finely dice the other yellow onion. Mince the garlic cloves. Chop fresh dill and set aside for later use in the sauce and as garnish.
  3. Searing: Heat olive oil and unsalted butter over medium heat in a large nonstick skillet until melted and shimmering. Add the hamburger steaks carefully to the skillet. Cook each side for 4 to 5 minutes, until nicely browned and cooked through. Transfer the cooked steaks to a clean plate to rest.
  4. Cooking the Aromatics: In the same skillet, reduce heat to low and add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook gently until fragrant, about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid burning.
  5. Making the Sauce Base: Add salt, pepper, and all-purpose flour to the skillet with the onions and garlic. Stir thoroughly to incorporate the flour and form a roux that will thicken the sauce. Slowly pour in the low sodium chicken broth, stirring constantly and scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to build flavor. Simmer for 2 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
  6. Finishing the Sauce: Add heavy cream and chopped dill to the skillet. Increase heat slightly to bring the sauce to a gentle boil. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.
  7. Reheating the Steaks: Return the hamburger steaks to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Simmer for 5 to 6 minutes to ensure the patties are heated through and perfectly cooked in the creamy dill sauce.
  8. Serving: Finish with extra chopped dill and a sprinkle of freshly grated black pepper for brightness and garnish. Serve immediately with your choice of sides for a hearty meal.

Notes

  • Use low sodium chicken broth to control the saltiness of the sauce.
  • Do not overmix the beef mixture to keep the hamburger steaks tender.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can add a slurry of flour and water at the end and cook a bit longer.
  • Fresh dill adds the best flavor, but dried dill can be used in a pinch (reduce quantity by half).
  • This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or buttered noodles.

Keywords: hamburger steaks, creamy dill sauce, ground beef patties, skillet recipe, easy dinner, comfort food

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