Name: Hamburger Steaks in Creamy Dill Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 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; 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 – more for serving

Jump to Recipe

Introduction

Hamburger Steaks in Creamy Dill Sauce is a comforting, flavorful dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Juicy ground beef patties are seared to perfection and simmered in a rich, creamy dill sauce that elevates every bite. Serve it with your favorite sides for a satisfying meal everyone will love.

A white skillet contains four browned meat patties in a thick, creamy light beige sauce with small green herb specks. Each patty has a textured, seared surface with a slightly rough shape, and some sauce is dolloped on top, garnished with small sprigs of fresh green herbs. The sauce pools around the patties, showing a smooth and rich texture, with hints of black pepper specks. The skillet rests on a white marbled texture that contrasts softly with the warm tones of the dish. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1.3 pounds ground beef
4 tbsp breadcrumbs
1 yellow onion – grated (for patties)
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp heavy cream
1 egg
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 yellow onion – diced (for sauce)
2 garlic cloves – minced
1 tsp salt (for sauce)
1 tsp black pepper (for sauce)
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
½ cup low sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, plus more for serving

Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, grate the onion and add ground beef, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, heavy cream, and egg. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a ball. Press each ball down with your palm or a spatula until about ¾ inch (2 cm) thick. Set aside.
Step 2: Finely chop the diced onion, mince the garlic, and chop the fresh dill for the sauce.
Step 3: Heat olive oil and butter together over medium heat in a large nonstick skillet. Add the hamburger steaks and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer the cooked steaks to a clean plate.
Step 4: Reduce heat to low and add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in salt, black pepper, and flour until well combined.
Step 5: Pour in the chicken broth and simmer for 2 minutes, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon.
Step 6: Add the heavy cream and chopped dill. Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Step 7: Return the hamburger steaks to the skillet. Simmer for 5-6 minutes until the steaks are heated through and no longer raw in the center.
Step 8: Finish with extra chopped dill and freshly grated black pepper. Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes.

Tips & Variations

Use lean ground beef to keep the patties flavorful but not greasy. You can also substitute with ground chicken, pork, or turkey if preferred.
Grate the onion finely to avoid chunks in the patties, making the texture smoother and more appealing to picky eaters.
Fresh dill is key for the sauce’s bright flavor; avoid substituting dried dill as it won’t have the same impact.
Add finely chopped carrots to the sauce when cooking onion and garlic for extra sweetness and nutrition.
Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, buttered baby potatoes, or egg noodles, and pair with steamed green beans or a crisp cucumber salad for a complete meal.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To freeze, place in an airtight container and keep frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before gently reheating in a skillet over medium heat. Stir occasionally and add a splash of cream or milk if the sauce needs loosening.

How to Serve

In a white pan, four browned meat patties rest in a thick creamy sauce that is light beige with specks of herbs. Some patties have small pools of the sauce over them, showing a smooth, rich texture with green herb bits scattered on top. The patties have a crispy, slightly charred texture and are garnished with small sprigs of fresh green dill. The pan's handle is visible, and the pan sits on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use ground meat other than beef?

Yes, ground chicken, pork, or turkey can be used instead of beef. Keep in mind that cooking times and flavor may vary slightly.

How do I prevent the hamburger steaks from drying out?

Using breadcrumbs and a bit of cream in the mixture helps trap moisture inside the patties. Avoid overcooking and simmer them gently in the sauce to keep them juicy.