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Hamburger Steaks in Creamy Dill Sauce Recipe

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This classic comfort food recipe features juicy hamburger steaks cooked to perfection and smothered in a rich and creamy dill sauce. Ground beef is combined with grated onion, breadcrumbs, and seasoning, then pan-fried until golden. The savory sauce is made by sautéing onion and garlic, then thickened with flour and enriched with cream and fresh dill, creating a luscious topping that complements the hearty steaks. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner with a gourmet touch.

Ingredients

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, plus extra for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the hamburger mixture: In a large bowl, grate the yellow onion. Add the ground beef, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, heavy cream, and egg. Use your hands to gently mix everything together until just combined, careful not to overwork the meat.
  2. Shape the hamburger steaks: Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions. Form each portion into a ball, then press down the balls with your palm or a spatula until they are about ¾ inch (2 cm) thick. Set the shaped steaks aside.
  3. Prepare sauce ingredients: Finely dice one yellow onion, mince the garlic cloves, and chop fresh dill. Keep these ready for the sauce.
  4. Cook hamburger steaks: Heat olive oil and unsalted butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the hamburger steaks and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until they develop a nice brown crust and are mostly cooked through. Transfer the steaks to a clean plate and set aside.
  5. Make the creamy dill sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to low. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking gently for about 2 minutes until fragrant and softened. Sprinkle in the salt, pepper, and flour, stirring constantly to incorporate and cook out the raw flour taste.
  6. Deglaze and thicken sauce: Pour in the low sodium chicken broth, stirring and scraping the bottom of the pan to loosen any browned bits. Let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes to thicken slightly.
  7. Add cream and dill: Stir in the heavy cream and chopped dill, then bring the sauce to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer gently for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
  8. Finish cooking steaks in sauce: Return the hamburger steaks to the skillet, spooning sauce over them. Simmer for an additional 5-6 minutes, ensuring the steaks are heated through and fully cooked in the center.
  9. Serve: Garnish with extra chopped dill and freshly grated black pepper. Serve the hamburger steaks hot, spooned with the creamy dill sauce.

Notes

  • Use fresh dill for the best flavor in the sauce, but dried dill can be substituted if needed—use about 1 teaspoon.
  • Make sure not to overmix the beef to keep the steaks tender and juicy.
  • Ground beef with a fat content around 15-20% works well to keep the patties juicy.
  • Serving suggestions include mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or buttered noodles to complement the creamy sauce.
  • Leftover hamburger steaks and sauce store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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