United States Dish

Salisbury Steak

Also known as: salisbury steak dinner, salisbury steak with gravy, salisbury steak patty, homestyle salisbury steak

What is Salisbury Steak?

A seasoned ground beef patty shaped like a steak, served with brown mushroom gravy. Named after 19th-century physician James Salisbury, who advocated a beef-centered diet for health.

Typical Ingredients

•ground beef
•breadcrumbs
•egg
•onion
•mushrooms
•beef broth
•worcestershire sauce
•flour
•butter

Allergen Information

Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.

Soy
Sometimes Present
Eggs
Often Present
Fish
Sometimes Present
Dairy
Often Present
Celery
Sometimes Present
Gluten
Often Present
Mustard
Sometimes Present
Molluscs
Sometimes Present

Patty uses breadcrumbs (gluten) and egg as binder. Gravy is thickened with flour and butter. Worcestershire sauce traditionally contains anchovies and may contain molluscs.

Safer Variations

Allergen-friendly alternatives to ask for.

Use oats or rice as a binder instead of breadcrumbs
Make gravy with cornstarch instead of flour and skip the butter
Use anchovy-free Worcestershire sauce

Questions to Ask Staff

Important questions to confirm with restaurant staff.

Does the patty contain breadcrumbs and egg?
Is the gravy made with flour and butter?
Does the Worcestershire sauce contain anchovies?

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Good for These Diets

Based on this dish's typical allergen profile, it may be suitable for:

Nut-free

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Important Disclaimer

Allergen information is based on typical recipes and may vary by restaurant, region, or preparation method. Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.