Turkey Salisbury Steak Recipe
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Turkey Salisbury steak is one of those comfort foods you want to eat again and again. It hits the spot every time and you can’t go wrong with a side of mashed potatoes to up the comfort level even more.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Lighter Yet Flavorful – Using ground turkey instead of beef makes this lighter and healthier, but still delicious and filling.
- Perfect Comfort Food – The rich mushroom gravy and with tender turkey patties make for a totally comforting, home-cooked dinner.
- Simple Ingredients – This recipe uses everyday ingredients you probably already have in your pantry or fridge.
- Family-Friendly – Both kids and adults will love this one.
What Is Salisbury Steak?
If you like meatloaf at all, you’ll love Salisbury steak. It’s like meatloaf but with mushroom gravy and more flavor overall. It’s an American comfort food that is made with ground meat (usually beef, but can be made with other meats as well). You form it into patties and serve it with a brown mushroom gravy and any base (such as mashed potatoes) that you prefer.
Dr. James Salisbury was the original inventor in the 19th century. But the recipe didn’t start out as we know it today. It has evolved into today’s version over years and is now a well-known American favorite.
Why Make Salisbury Steak With Turkey?
- Healthier Alternative: Turkey is a lean protein with less fat and fewer calories than traditional beef.
- Budget-Friendly: Ground turkey is often more affordable than ground beef, making this dish cost-effective.
- Neutral Flavor: Turkey absorbs the rich flavors of the Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and mushrooms beautifully.
- Versatile Option: It’s perfect for those who prefer lighter, healthier options or are reducing their red meat intake.
What To Serve With Salisbury Steak Made With Turkey
Serve this turkey Salisbury steak with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice and a side of steamed veggies or a green salad. Some sweet potato Irish colcannon would be amazing with this!
Pro Recipe Tips
- Chill the Patties – After forming the patties, refrigerate them for 15-20 minutes to help them hold their shape better while cooking.
- Don’t Skip the Browning – Searing the patties first adds a rich depth of flavor that enhances the dish.
- Low and Slow for the Gravy – After adding the beef broth, cook the sauce on low heat to let it thicken gradually without lumps.
- Taste as You Go – Adjust salt and seasoning in the gravy before adding the patties back in.
What You’ll Need To Make Turkey Salisbury Steak
Ground turkey – You can also use ground chicken or ground beef. Most ground meats will work for this recipe.
Whole-grain breadcrumbs – Buy the Panko whole wheat bread crumbs, or make your own at home with a dry piece of toast that you blend in a food processor.
Mushrooms – Chop these as uniformly as you can.
Onion – Yellow onion works best, but in a pinch, a red/purple onion will work just as well.
Egg
Worcestershire sauce – There are vegan brands that are clean. The Wizard brand comes to mind. Or, you can make your own Worcestershire sauce at home.
Extra virgin olive oil – Or any light-flavored oil you feel comfortable using.
Garlic powder – Or garlic granules.
Salt – Any type you normally use.
Butter – Salted works best, but you can use unsalted to cut down on sodium.
Whole-wheat flour – Any type of whole wheat flour is fine here.
Beef broth – Look for broth with no added sugar or dextrose.
How To Make Turkey Salisbury Steak
In a bowl, combine ground turkey, half of the chopped onion, half of the Worcestershire sauce, the egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and garlic powder.
Form 5 patties and place them in a skillet with heated olive oil. Cook on medium heat for 4-5 minutes.
Flip the patties and cook under a lid on low heat for another 5 minutes. Remove them to a plate.
Add mushrooms and the remaining onion to the skillet. Sauté over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove to a plate.
Melt butter in the skillet and add flour. Cook, stirring, for 3 minutes.
Gradually pour in the beef broth, stirring to dissolve any lumps. Heat until the sauce thickens.
Return the patties to the skillet, placing them in the sauce.
Top with the sautéed mushrooms and onions. Cover and cook on low heat for 15 minutes.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Pair with mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Storage
Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to three days.
Freezing
This can easily be frozen, even with the gravy, if packed well. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheating
You can reheat this in a microwave or in a skillet on the stovetop.
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Turkey Salisbury Steak Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Skillet
- 1 Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground turkey
- ½ cup whole wheat bread crumbs (Panko makes them, or you can make them from dry toast at home in a food processor)
- 1 cup chopped mushrooms
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce (see link in post above)
- 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp. garlic powder (or garlic granules)
- ½ tsp. salt
- 2 tbsp. butter
- 1 tbsp. whole wheat flour
- 2 cups beef broth (no sugar or dextrose added)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground turkey, half of the chopped onion, half of the Worcestershire sauce, the egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and garlic powder.
- Form 5 patties and place them in a skillet with heated olive oil. Cook on medium heat for 4-5 minutes.
- Flip the patties and cook under a lid on low heat for another 5 minutes. Remove them to a plate.
- Add mushrooms and the remaining onion to the skillet. Sauté over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove to a plate.
- Melt butter in the skillet and add flour. Cook, stirring, for 3 minutes.
- Gradually pour in the beef broth, stirring to dissolve any lumps. Heat until the sauce thickens.
- Return the patties to the skillet, placing them in the sauce.
- Top with the sautéed mushrooms and onions. Cover and cook on low heat for 15 minutes.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Pair with mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
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