Keto Salisbury Steak is everything comfort food should be – it’s meaty, it’s loaded with flavor, and with plenty of beefiness, a luscious gravy, and hardly any carbs, it’s a perfect pick for a keto lifestyle. Pair this meaty dish with creamy mashed cauliflower and you’ll be all set! Hungry? Read on and I’ll tell you all my cheffy tips to make this amazing dish perfect every time!
This keto Salisbury Steak is an adaption of the American classic, and by stripping out the carbs and adding plenty of moisture, this meal is a keto win! High in protein, reasonably high in fat, and with very few carbs, it’s a meal you can feel good about eating!
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What You Need to Make Keto Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy
Also known as a version of keto hamburger steak, this tasty recipe is a quick fix that’s ready in a jiffy. And, you don’t need any weird ingredients! I do thicken the sauce with a bit of xanthan gum, but read my notes on this super-powered thickener before using it, if you’re new to it.
- Digital meat thermometer
- Ground beef – 80/20 is fine for this recipe
- Heavy whipping cream
- Onion
- Egg
- Dijon mustard
- Worcestershire sauce
- Garlic powder
- Butter
- Mushrooms
- Tomato paste
- Beef broth – use low or no sodium beef broth or stock
How To Make This Keto Hamburger Recipe
- Mix the ground beef with heavy whipping cream, finely chopped or grated onion, egg, some of the Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder.
- Form the meat into patties and pan fry them 2-3 minutes per side until they’re caramelized. They’ll finish cooking in the sauce. When browned, remove the patties to a plate.
- Then, add the butter to the skillet and add the mushrooms. Sautee the mushrooms for 4-5 minutes or until they are soft and have given off their liquid.
- Deglaze the skillet with 1/2 cup of the beef broth, scraping up all the yummy bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Add the browned beef patties, tomato paste, and remainder of the broth to the skillet and simmer on low, covered, for about 10 minutes or until the beef is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165-F.
- Remove the patties from the pan and set them on a clean plate.
- Thicken with 1/2 tsp of xanthan gum (see notes below).
- Top the patties with the mushrooms and gravy and enjoy!
Xanthan Gum, A Keto Thickener
Xanthan gum is a natural but processed thickener that’s been widely used in foods for years. However, it’s a powerful thickener and you can go from unthickened to a slimy science experiment in no time.
Xanthan gum doesn’t thicken immediately, nor does it need to be heated (like flour or cornstarch) to activate its thickening powers. And, a little goes a LONG way.
Always follow the recipe recommendations, or start small, with 1/2 teaspoon (yes 1/2 a TEASPOON) of xanthan gum per 2 cups of liquid.
Whisk it in and let it rest for 3-4 minutes. It’ll start to thicken! Resist the urge to add more!
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- Don’t use super-lean ground beef for this recipe as it could end up too dry.
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid over-cooking the beef. Pull the keto beef patties out when they hit 165-F.
- Don’t like xanthan gum? Thicken the mixture with your favorite thickener.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce to add a bit of heat.
- Switch up the mushrooms – white mushrooms, cremini, and portobellos (with the black gills removed) will all work in this recipe.
What To Serve With Keto Salisbury Steak
Creamy Mashed Cauliflower is a must with this recipe, or you can use your favorite Cauliflower Rice as a tasty side. You need something to soak up all that delicious keto mushroom sauce! Pair your meal with a bright, green veggie to make your plate pretty, and dig in!
Is Keto Salisbury Steak Freezer Friendly?
You bet! You can freeze this low-carb Salisbury Steak for up to three months. Simply chill it thoroughly and then package it in an air-tight container.
To reheat it, thaw it in the fridge overnight and warm it in a low oven (about 325-F) covered, until heated through. You can microwave it, just be careful not to overcook it.
Frequently Asked Questions
You bet it is! In this recipe, I’ve swapped out the carbs for some extra fat and flavor. Ringing in at just 2 net carbs per serving, it’s a tasty keto beef recipe.
Sure! The mushrooms add a nice meatiness and flavor, but they’re easy to avoid. Just skip the step where you’d sautee the mushrooms and carry on!
Yes, it sure is! It’s loaded with protein and you get extra nutrition from the mushrooms. Pair your meal with lots of veggies and you’ll add lots of fiber, too!
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Step By Step Process
Keto Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef 80/20
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup grated onion
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
For the mushroom gravy:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 8 ounces mushrooms sliced or quartered
- 2 cups low sodium beef broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum optional
Instructions
- Mix the ground beef with heavy whipping cream, finely chopped or grated onion, egg, some of the Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder.
- Form the meat into patties and pan fry them in a large skillet for 2-3 minutes per side in the oil until they're caramelized. Set them on a plate to keep warm.
- Add the butter to the skillet and add the mushrooms. Sautee the mushrooms over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes or until they are soft and have given off their liquid.
- Deglaze the skillet with 1/2 cup of the beef broth, scraping up all the yummy bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Add the browned beef patties and any liquid from the plate, tomato paste, and remainder of the broth to the skillet and simmer on low, covered, for about 10 minutes or until the beef is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165-F.
- Remove the patties from the pan and set them on a clean plate. Thicken with 1/2 tsp of xanthan gum (optional).
- Top the patties with the sauce and enjoy!
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- Don’t use super-lean ground beef for this recipe as it could end up too dry.
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid over-cooking the beef. Pull the keto beef patties out when they hit 165-F.
- Don’t like xanthan gum? Thicken the mixture with your favorite thickener.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce to add a bit of heat.
- Switch up the mushrooms – white mushrooms, cremini, and portobellos (with the black gills removed) will all work in this recipe.
Nutrition
A Note on Nutritional Information
Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed. Erythritol carbs (sugar substitutes) are not included in the carbohydrate counts as they have been shown not to impact blood sugar, and they have zero calories and zero carbs. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.
HUNGRY FOR MORE Easy Keto Recipes?
I’m always messing around in the kitchen creating new recipes, but these are some of my favorite all-time picks that I make again and again:
- Crack cauliflower
- This dump-and-go Instant Pot recipe
- Tex-Mex beefy goodness
- Grilled vegetables
- Keto French dip chaffwich
This salisbury steak looks absolutely incredible. I love all the flavors in the meat and the gravy. Can’t wait to taste this.
This is one of my favorite steaks. Loving all those mushrooms too!
Looks so good! Sharing this with my daughter right now because she’s always looking for delicious keto recipes.
My hubby was just talking about the keto diet, and I see your post. It’s a sign! This looks delicious. I’m sure he’d love it.
These are so flavorful! I love the gravy on top, so good!
My kind of comfort food! Perfect meal for these chilly nights ahead!
Admittedly, I’ve glanced at the recipe. In the ingredients you state tomato sauce. In the direction you say paste. Which is it? Also in the ingredients you say add some instead of precise amounts.
Hi Jerry,
It is indeed tomato paste in the recipe. This is one of my favorite dishes – I hope you give it a try! ~Jenn
IM FIXING THIS SOON….I GET SO MANY RECIPES WITH WAY TOO MANY INGREDIENTS. I LIKE SIMPLE…LOOKS AWESOME….I WILL USE NOODLES WITH MINE