Why I Love This Recipe
This Instant Pot Salisbury Steak with Gravy and Mashed Potatoes is the epitome of comfort food—savory, rich, and utterly satisfying. The combination of juicy, perfectly seasoned steak patties, velvety gravy, and creamy mashed potatoes cooked together in the Instant Pot not only saves time but delivers an incredibly flavorful meal. I love that this is a one-pot wonder, making cleanup a breeze and allowing all the ingredients to meld together beautifully. It’s the kind of meal that feels like a big hug, perfect for family dinners or cozy nights at home.
Instant Pot Salisbury Steak, Gravy, and Mashed Potatoes
A hearty, one-pot meal that combines tender Salisbury steak with savory mushroom and onion gravy and creamy mashed potatoes, all made effortlessly in your Instant Pot. Perfect for weeknights or any time you’re craving a comforting homemade meal.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes (5 minutes cook + 5 minutes natural pressure release)
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Calories per Serving: ~450 kcal
Ingredients
For the Steaks:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/3 cup garlic and herb breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons steak seasoning
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil
For the Gravy:
- 1 diced yellow onion
- 8 ounces diced mushrooms
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 1 1/2 pounds Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1/2 cup half and half
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Ground pepper, to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Ingredients
- Before you start cooking, dice the onions, mushrooms, and potatoes, and peel the garlic. Having everything ready will make the cooking process much quicker and smoother.
Step 2: Make the Steaks
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, steak seasoning, minced garlic, and Worcestershire sauce. Use your hands (or gloves) to mix the ingredients together until fully incorporated.
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about 3/4-inch thick.
Step 3: Brown the Patties
- Set your Instant Pot to the Saute function and allow it to heat up. Once the display reads HOT, add 1 tablespoon vegetable/canola oil.
- Carefully add the patties to the pot and brown them for about 3 minutes on each side. Don’t move the patties around while they’re browning—let them get a nice sear.
- After both sides are browned, remove the patties and set them aside on a plate.
Step 4: Make the Gravy
- In the same pot (without removing the oil), add the diced onion and sauté for 4 minutes until softened.
- Add the diced mushrooms and sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
- Deglaze the pot by adding the beef broth, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the pot.
Step 5: Prepare Mashed Potatoes
- Place a steamer basket into the Instant Pot over the broth. Add the peeled and diced potatoes along with the 2 peeled garlic cloves into the steamer basket.
- Lay a flat piece of foil on top of the potatoes and gently place the browned steak patties on top of the foil.
Step 6: Pressure Cook
- Secure the Instant Pot lid and ensure the valve is set to “sealing”.
- Set the Instant Pot to Pressure Cook (Manual) on High for 5 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes, then turn the valve to venting to release any remaining pressure.
Step 7: Make the Mashed Potatoes
- While the food is cooking, prepare your mashed potatoes. In a serving bowl, add half and half and butter at the bottom.
- After releasing the pressure, carefully open the lid. Using silicone oven mitts (as the steamer basket will be hot), remove the foil and set the steaks aside.
- Carefully remove the steamer basket with the potatoes and garlic. Transfer the potatoes and garlic into the bowl with half and half and butter.
- Mash the potatoes using a potato masher. The potatoes will be so hot they will melt the butter. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and ground pepper to taste, and continue mashing until smooth.
Step 8: Finish the Gravy
- Turn the Instant Pot back to Saute mode.
- In a small bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water until smooth.
- Stir this slurry into the gravy in the Instant Pot and cook for 3-5 minutes until the gravy thickens. Once thickened, switch the Instant Pot to Keep Warm.
- Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt to season the gravy.
Step 9: Serve
- Spoon the creamy mashed potatoes onto each plate and top with a Salisbury steak patty.
- Ladle the rich gravy over the steak and potatoes.
- Serve and enjoy your delicious homemade meal!
Tips & Tricks
- Searing the Steaks: Let the patties brown undisturbed for the full 3 minutes on each side for the best sear.
- Gravy Thickness: If you prefer thicker gravy, add a bit more cornstarch mixed with water. If you like it thinner, reduce the cornstarch slurry.
- Making Ahead: You can prepare the meat patties and gravy in advance and store them in the fridge. Just reheat them in the Instant Pot or stovetop when ready to serve.
Notes
- Potato Options: You can use Yukon Gold potatoes instead of Russet potatoes for a creamier mash. Just note that the texture will be slightly different.
- Gluten-Free Option: To make the recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and ensure that your Worcestershire sauce is gluten-free.
- Vegetarian Version: Substitute the beef patties with vegetarian patties and use vegetable broth for the gravy for a meatless meal.
FAQs
Q1: Can I use a different kind of meat for the patties?
Yes! Ground turkey, chicken, or pork can be used instead of beef for a different flavor profile. Just make sure to adjust the seasoning accordingly.
Q2: Can I make the mashed potatoes without a steamer basket?
If you don’t have a steamer basket, you can place the potatoes directly in the Instant Pot. Just make sure they are elevated from the broth using a trivet or similar method.
Q3: How can I make the gravy spicier?
Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika to the gravy while sautéing the onions and mushrooms to give it a bit of heat.
Storage
- Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Freezing: The steak patties and gravy can be frozen for up to 3 months. Just reheat in the Instant Pot or on the stovetop. Mashed potatoes can also be frozen, though they may lose some of their creamy texture after freezing.
This Instant Pot Salisbury Steak, Gravy, and Mashed Potatoes is a comforting, full meal that brings the goodness of homemade, hearty cooking to your table in just 40 minutes. It’s the perfect combination of savory, tender steak and creamy mashed potatoes with rich gravy—a family favorite that everyone will love
