Salisbury Steak Meatballs with Rich Onion Gravy
These Salisbury Steak Meatballs with Rich Onion Gravy take everything you love about classic Salisbury steak and transform it into tender, juicy meatballs coated in a deeply savory onion gravy. This dish is pure comfort food—hearty, satisfying, and packed with flavor—yet it’s naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for a wide range of diets. Best of all, it comes together in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you still want something warm and homemade on the table.
The meatballs are soft and flavorful thanks to a simple blend of ground beef, aromatics, and a gentle binder such as almond flour or mashed potatoes. Instead of breadcrumbs, these alternatives keep the texture light while locking in moisture. Coconut aminos add a subtle umami depth without overpowering the beef, while dried onion and garlic bring that familiar Salisbury steak flavor profile.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup almond flour or mashed potatoes
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon dried minced onion
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Onion Gravy
- 1½ teaspoons olive oil
- ¼ medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1½ cups beef broth
- 1½ tablespoons arrowroot or potato starch
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
