Dairy Free Turkey Salisbury Steaks
Salisbury steak is the kind of deeply satisfying comfort food that feels like it should be off-limits when you're avoiding dairy — but this version proves otherwise. The turkey patties are seasoned with Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder, then seared until golden before being nestled into a rich, savory gravy built from cremini mushrooms, yellow onion, chicken broth, and a touch of tomato paste. Every bit of that classic steakhouse flavor comes through without a drop of butter or cream in sight. The gravy gets its silky body from a simple flour-and-broth base, so there's no need for any dairy-based thickeners or substitutes. It all comes together in one skillet, which means less cleanup and more time enjoying dinner. This recipe makes four generous servings, so it's a solid choice for a weeknight family meal or easy meal prep. Finish it with a scatter of fresh parsley and serve it over mashed potatoes or rice for a plate that looks and tastes like you spent way more effort than you did.
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4 servings
For the patties
- 1 ¼ lb ground turkey
- ⅓ cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
For the gravy
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp tomato paste
- salt and pepper, to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix with your hands until just combined, then divide into 4 equal oval-shaped patties about 3/4 inch thick.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the patties and sear undisturbed for 4 minutes, until the undersides are deep golden brown and release easily from the pan. Flip and cook for another 3–4 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) on an instant-read thermometer. Transfer the patties to a plate and set aside.
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