Description
Hearty hamburger steaks swim in a silky, herb-infused dill sauce that whispers comfort from Nordic kitchens. Savory meat patties nestled in creamy goodness promise a simple yet elegant dinner sure to satisfy hungry diners.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.3 pounds (0.59 kilograms) ground beef
Binders and Seasonings:
- 4 tablespoons breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 egg
Aromatics:
- 1 medium yellow onion, grated
Sauce Base:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Sauce Liquids:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
Herb:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
Seasoning for Sauce:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Craft a flavor-packed mixture by grating onion into a spacious mixing vessel. Incorporate ground beef, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, heavy cream, and egg. Gently blend ingredients using hands until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions. Mold each portion into a spherical shape, then carefully flatten using palm or spatula to create uniform patties approximately 3/4 inch thick.
- Prepare sauce components by finely dicing remaining onion, mincing garlic, and chopping fresh dill with precision.
- Preheat a large nonstick skillet with olive oil and butter over medium temperature. Carefully place hamburger steaks into the pan, cooking 4-5 minutes per side until achieving a rich golden-brown exterior.
- Transfer cooked steaks to a clean plate, reserving skillet for sauce preparation. Reduce heat to low and introduce chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until aromatic and translucent.
- Sprinkle flour over the aromatics, stirring continuously to create a light roux. Season with salt and pepper, cooking for one minute to eliminate raw flour taste.
- Deglaze the skillet by pouring chicken broth, using a wooden spoon to scrape up caramelized bits from the pan’s surface. Allow liquid to simmer and slightly reduce.
- Introduce heavy cream and chopped dill, bringing the sauce to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and let the mixture thicken for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Carefully return hamburger steaks to the skillet, nestling them into the creamy sauce. Simmer for 5-6 minutes, ensuring steaks are thoroughly heated and cooked to desired doneness.
- Plate the hamburger steaks, generously coating with creamy dill sauce. Garnish with additional fresh dill and a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper. Serve alongside mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- Blend ground beef mixture gently to keep the steaks tender and prevent tough, dense texture.
- Select fresh dill for maximum flavor and bright, aromatic sauce that complements the rich beef.
- Brown hamburger steaks on medium heat to develop a delicious caramelized exterior while maintaining juicy interior.
- Scrape skillet browned bits when adding broth to unlock deeper, more complex umami flavor profile.
- Simmer sauce slowly to allow cream and herbs to meld together, creating a smooth, silky consistency that coats the steaks perfectly.
- Use wooden spoon for stirring to prevent scratching nonstick skillet and maintain pan’s quality during cooking process.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 503
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 709 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 138 mg