Description
Hamburger Steaks in Creamy Dill Sauce is a comforting, hearty main-course dish featuring tender homemade hamburger patties simmered in a rich, velvety dill-infused cream sauce. With savory onions and just the right touch of fresh dill, this quick dinner comes together in just 30 minutes for a satisfying meal that balances classic flavors with an herby twist.
Ingredients
For the 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
For the 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 more for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Hamburger Steak Mixture: In a large bowl, grate the onion. Add the ground beef, breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, heavy cream, and egg. Mix by hand until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the patties tender.
- Shape the Patties: Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a ball. Flatten each ball to about ¾ inch (2 cm) thick using your palm or a spatula. Set the patties aside.
- Prep the Aromatics: Finely dice the remaining onion, mince the garlic, and chop the dill for the sauce. Set aside.
- Sear the Hamburger Steaks: Heat the olive oil and butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the hamburger steaks and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown. Transfer the cooked patties to a plate.
- Start the Sauce Base: In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Reduce heat to low and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring until fragrant.
- Build the Sauce: Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, and flour. Stir well, letting the flour absorb the fat. Pour in the chicken broth and simmer for about 2 minutes, scraping up the browned bits from the skillet to build flavor.
- Finish the Sauce: Add the heavy cream and chopped dill. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Simmer the Patties: Return the hamburger steaks to the pan, nestling them into the sauce. Simmer for 5-6 minutes until heated through and fully cooked in the center.
- Serve: Spoon extra sauce over the patties, sprinkle with more fresh dill and freshly ground pepper, and serve hot.
Notes
- For a lighter sauce, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Turkey or chicken can be used in place of beef for a leaner option.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Fresh dill is best, but dried dill can be used in a pinch (use 2 teaspoons).
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hamburger steak with sauce
- Calories: 697
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1305mg
- Fat: 61g
- Saturated Fat: 29g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26g
- Trans Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 229mg
