Salisbury Deer Steak Recipes

SALISBURY DEER STEAK

Steps:

• For the patties.
• mix meat, onions and 1/2 of the french onion soup.
• add the salt and oats until mixed well. It will be kind of sloppy not dry like a meat loaf.
• using a 1/4 cup measuring cup scoop out portions and form into patties.
• bake on a foil lined pan for 30 min at 350 degrees or until done in middle.
• For the gravy.
• drop bouillon cube in boiling water until disolved.
• in a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water together.
• add the rest of the french onion soup to the boiling broth and wisk.
• wisk in the cornstarch vigorously until it begins to thicken.
• pour over the steak patties when done.
• for make ahead I usually freeze the gravy in ice cube trays and add to frozen dish.

VENISON SALISBURY STEAK

Steps:

• Mix ground venison, onion soup mix, the egg and one tablespoon Worcestershire sauce in a bowl.
• Drain sliced mushrooms putting juice in the meat mixture.
• Mix sliced mushrooms, both cans of Cream of Mushroom soup, the beef bullion and remaining Worcestershire sauce in separate bowl.
• Heat skillet over medium heat.
• Make small patties with meat mixtures. About half the mixture will fit in the skillet at once.
• Brown both sides of the patties, about five minutes per side.
• Once the first set is browned remove to a platter.
• Repeat the browning process with the other half of patties.
• When second set of patties are browned place them on the platter.
• De glaze the pan with the beer and pour into the the soup mixture.
• Place half the patties in the skillet and pour half the gravy mixture. Place the second set of patties on top and pour over the remaining gravy.
• Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
• Enjoy over mashed potatoes or egg noodles.

VENISON SALISBURY STEAK

Steps:

• In a large bowl, add venison, minced onion and garlic, Panko bread crumbs, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, pepper, salt, and parsley.
• Use your hands to combine the until it just comes together. Do not over-mix, or the patties will become dense.
• Divide the mixture into 8 portions and make patties about 1/2 inch thick. Set the patties aside to rest for about 15 minutes
• In a large heavy-bottomed skillet heat oil to medium. Add the venison patties and cook for 3 minutes per side.
• Remove the patties from the skillet and set aside. Cover the patties to keep warm
• Add a little bit more oil, if needed. Add onions to the skillet and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, until translucent. Add mushrooms and continue to cook for 3 minutes, until softened.
• Stir in the fresh thyme, garlic powder, and flour, and cook for 1 minute. Add the beef stock, scraping the bottom of the skillet to remove the brown bits. Add the Worcestershire sauce, and bring the mixture to a low boil.
• When the gravy begins to thicken, turn the heat down, and add the butter. Stir well until butter melts into the gravy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. I add about 1/2 teaspoon of each.
• Return the patties to gravy. Spoon the gravy over patties and cook for 5 minutes
• Garnish with parsley. Serve with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or root mashed vegetables

BEST SALISBURY STEAK

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, combine egg, cracker crumbs, onion, salt, pepper and sage. Add beef and mix well. Shape into two patties. , In a medium skillet, cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side or until browned; drain. Remove to a platter and keep warm. , In the same skillet, saute mushrooms in butter for 2 minutes. Stir in flour; blend well. Add water and bouillon; cook and stir until smooth and thickened. Stir in browning sauce if desired. Return patties to gravy and cook, uncovered, over low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve with mashed potatoes.