Name: Instant Pot Salisbury Steak recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 2 cubed steaks; 1 can of cream of mushroom soup; 10-13 baby bell mushrooms sliced; 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce; 2 cups of beef broth

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Do you love Salisbury steak and sliced mushrooms? Then you need to try this Instant Pot version! It takes just minutes to cook in the pressure cooker, and the gravy turns out rich and delicious every time.

If you’re looking for an amazing and easy Instant Pot Salisbury Steak recipe then you’ve come to the right place. You’ll need two decent-sized Hamburg steaks and plenty of seasoning to suit your individual taste. Trust me, this succulent Salisbury Steak Recipe is bursting with flavor and it’s just what your taste buds need. You’ll love this delicious dinner.

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What Is Salisbury Steak?

Salisbury Steak is not an actual steak, but rather a ground beef patty made with breadcrumbs, onions, and seasonings. It’s often served with a delicious gravy or a brown mushroom sauce.

Why Is It Called Salisbury Steak?

It is thought that Salisbury Steak was created by Dr. James Salisbury, a 19th-century American physician who believed in the health benefits of a high-meat diet. He recommended eating ground beef three times a day to his patients, and thus the Salisbury Steak was born.

Why Make Instant Pot Salisbury Steak?

Not only does the Instant Pot cook this Salisbury steak recipe in minutes, but it also helps to tenderize the meat and enhance the flavors. Plus, you only need one pot for cooking – no need to dirty up extra dishes or pans!

What’s The Difference Between Cubed Steak And Hamburg Steak?

Cubed steak is usually made from tougher cuts of meat that are tenderized with a meat mallet, while hamburg steak is typically lean ground beef mixed with bread crumbs and seasonings.

Can I Use Cubed Steak In This Instant Pot Salisbury Steak Recipe?

Yes, you can use cubed steak in this Instant Pot Salisbury Steak recipe if you don’t have Hamburg Steak. Just make sure to pound the meat with a mallet before cooking to tenderize it.

I prefer to use Salisbury steak patties made from salisbury steak ground beef. Ready to try this fantastic Salisbury steak with cream of mushroom soup? Let’s get cooking!

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Salisbury Steak Instant Pot Ingredients

2 cubed or Hamburg steaks or cubed steak if you prefer.
1 can of cream of mushroom soup. This gives the Salisbury steak a creamy texture and delicious flavor.
10-13 baby bell mushrooms – slice the mushrooms.
2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce – For a tangy sweetness.
2 cups of beef broth – To add flavor and moisture to the Instant Pot Salisbury steak.
Salt 1/4 teaspoon – For Seasoning.
Pepper 1/4 teaspoon – For Seasoning.
Olive Oil 2 Tablespoons – For Seasoning.

How To Make Salisbury Steak In The Instant Pot

Here are the instructions for making a delicious Instant pot Salisbury steak with cream of mushroom soup.

Step One: Season the Hamburg Steaks

With this Salisbury Steak Instant Pot Recipe, it is always good to season your meat before placing them into the pressure cooker. In a large mixing bowl, mix the salt and pepper into the olive oil to create a marinade.

Step Two: Marinade the Hamburg Steaks

Using a pastry brush, spread the marinade over your ground beef patties. Once you have marinaded your Salisbury steak patties, put them on a plate and keep them to one side.

Step Three: Combine Ingredients in your Instant Pot

Pour your cream of mushroom soup into the Instant pot, followed by the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.

Step Four: Add Mushrooms To Your Salisbury Steak Recipe

Slice the baby bell mushrooms and place into the Instant Pot.

Step Five: Saute And Then Add The Hamburg Steaks

Saute the Worcestershire sauce, mushrooms, broth and cream of mushroom soup in the Instant Pot for 5 minutes using the saute function.

Turn off the saute button and add the seasoned meat patties to the top of the mixture in your pressure cooker.

Step Six: Seal And Pressure Cook Your Salisbury Steak

Close the Instant Pot lid and set the vent to sealing. Set the Instant Pot to pressure cook for 20 minutes on high pressure.

Step Six: Allow For A Natural Pressure Release

Once the cooking cycle has finished, NPR (Natural Pressure Release) for 10 minutes then QPR (Quick Pressure Release) the remaining pressure.

Step Eight: Garnish And Serve Your Salisbury Steak Instant Pot Recipe

Serve and plate up your Salisbury steak and garnish with finely chopped spring onions. Serve your Salisbury steak over rice, noodles or mashed potatoes.

What Does Worcestershire Sauce Taste Like?

Worcestershire sauce has a tangy, slightly sweet flavor with hints of vinegar, onion, and garlic. This is used in Salisbury steak to enhance the flavor of the meat.

What If The Gravy Is Too Thin?

You’ll want to pour the gravy over your steaks and sides. If the gravy needs thickening, stir flour or cornstarch into the Salisbury Steak gravy one tablespoon at a time until the desired thickness is achieved. I prefer a thicker gravy so a cornstarch slurry can be super useful.

Can I Make A Onion And Mushroom Gravy?

For a delicious twist, you can make onion gravy to go with these Instant Pot Salisbury steaks. Saute sliced onions and add them with the mushrooms before adding them to the Instant Pot with the cream of mushroom soup and other ingredients.

This will add even more flavor to your Salisbury steak Instant Pot recipe.

Do You Add Tomato Paste To This Instant Pot Salisbury Steak Recipe?

Tomato paste is not a traditional ingredient in Instant Pot Salisbury steak, but it can add additional flavor and thickness to the gravy. If desired, add 1-2 tablespoons of tomato paste before pressure cooking the Instant Pot Salisbury steak recipe.

Can I Cook Instant Pot Salisbury Steak With Frozen Patties?

You can cook Instant Pot Salisbury Steak with frozen patties, however, it is not recommended.

Frozen hamburger steak may result in uneven cooking and may not reach a safe internal temperature for consumption.

It’s best to thaw the meat before pressure cooking to ensure all parts of the patty are cooked thoroughly. oHIf you prefer to use an air fryer, you

How To Make Salisbury Steak In The Air Fryer

You can definitely adapt this Instant Pot Salisbury Steak recipe. Cook the mushroom slices and create the gravy in a separate pan on the stove.

Then, place the seasoned Hamburg steaks into the air fryer at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Serve with the mushroom gravy on top.

What To Serve With Salisbury Steak?

This Instant pot Salisbury steak recipe with mushroom gravy goes great with mashed potatoes. Creamy mashed potatoes are the perfect side to soak up that rich gravy.

You can also serve this Instant Pot Salisbury steak with rice or egg noodles for a heartier dish.

This Instant pot Salisbury steak dish goes well with crusty bread or you could make homemade garlic bread using a little olive oil, salt and garlic powder.

This recipe is also typically served with steamed veggies like green beans, broccoli or carrots for a balanced meal for the whole family.

Meatloaf Vs Salisbury Steak: What’s The Difference?

The main difference between meatloaf and Salisbury steak is the shape and type of ground meat used.

Salisbury steak is typically made with a mixture of ground beef and other ingredients, formed into a patty or oval shape.

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Yield: 2

Instant Pot Salisbury Steak recipe

This Instant Pot Recipe is good for people who are steak lovers.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 7 minutes

Total Time 17 minutes

Ingredients

2 cubed steaks
1 can of cream of mushroom soup
10-13 baby bell mushrooms sliced
2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce
2 cups of beef broth

Instructions

Combine the broth, Worcestershire, and cream of mushroom soup in the instant pot.
Toss in the steaks and the mushrooms. Close the lid and seal the pressure valve.
Cook on high pressure for 7 minutes
Once finished, release the pressure valve manually and remove the lid.
Remove the steaks and serve over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes.
Pour gravy over steaks and side. If gravy needs thickening, stir flour or cornstarch in one tablespoon at a time until desired thickness is achieved.

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