Description
Juicy hamburger steaks cooked to perfection and smothered in a rich and creamy dill sauce. This comforting dish combines seasoned ground beef patties with a flavorful sauce made from onions, garlic, cream, and fresh dill, creating a hearty meal perfect for dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
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 hamburger mixture: Grate one yellow onion into a large bowl. Add 1.3 pounds ground beef, 4 tablespoons breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 2 tablespoons heavy cream, and 1 egg. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
- Shape patties: Divide beef mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball, then press down with your palm or a spatula until they are about ¾ inch (2 cm) thick. Set aside.
- Chop aromatics: Finely dice the second yellow onion, mince 2 garlic cloves, and chop 2 tablespoons fresh dill. Keep dill aside for garnish as well.
- Cook hamburger steaks: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon unsalted butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the hamburger steaks and cook for 5 minutes on each side or until nicely browned. Transfer them to a clean plate.
- Create sauce base: In the same skillet, reduce heat to low and add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook gently until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour to incorporate well.
- Add liquids and simmer: Pour in ½ cup low sodium chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to loosen browned bits. Let simmer for 2 minutes.
- Finish sauce: Add 1 cup heavy cream and 2 tablespoons chopped dill. Bring mixture to a boil then reduce to a simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Reheat hamburger steaks: Return the cooked hamburger steaks to the skillet and simmer for 5-6 minutes until they are heated through and cooked fully in the center.
- Serve: Garnish with additional chopped dill and freshly grated black pepper. Serve hot with your choice of side dishes.
Notes
- Use low sodium chicken broth to control saltiness in the sauce.
- For a gluten free version, substitute breadcrumbs and flour with gluten free alternatives.
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or lamb for variation.
- Let the hamburger steaks rest a few minutes after cooking to retain juiciness.
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
