Hamburger Steak, Battered - Master Cookbook Recipe # 60

Name: Hamburger Steak, Battered - Master Cookbook Recipe # 60
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 people
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 1 lb. 80/20 ground beef; 1 egg, beaten (in a shallow dish); Self-rising flour (for coating); 1 small onion, sliced into rings; 1 bell pepper, sliced into strips; Cooking oil or corn oil (for frying); Dry Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning; Steak seasoning; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper

This unique recipe was inspired by a viewer's suggestion! It combines the crispy, breaded texture of a country-fried steak with the zesty, familiar flavor of Ranch seasoning, all smothered with tender onions and peppers.

This is recipe #60 in Tammy’s Master Cookbook.

Prep time: 15 minCook time: 20 minTotal time: 35 min

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Ingredients

1 lb. 80/20 ground beef
1 egg, beaten (in a shallow dish)
Self-rising flour (for coating)
1 small onion, sliced into rings
1 bell pepper, sliced into strips
Cooking oil or corn oil (for frying)
Seasonings:
Dry Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning
Steak seasoning
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Form and Season: Shape the ground beef into four equal patties. Season both sides of each patty with salt, black pepper, steak seasoning, and a generous sprinkle of dry Ranch seasoning.
Breading Station: Dip each seasoned patty into the egg wash, ensuring it is fully coated. Then, dredge the patties in the self-rising flour, pressing firmly so the flour sticks to the meat.
Sear: Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully add the breaded patties and cook for 4 minutes per side until they have a beautiful, golden-brown sear.
Smother: Once the patties are seared, add the sliced onion rings and bell pepper strips to the skillet.
Simmer: Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover the skillet with a lid. Continue cooking until the onions and peppers are tender and the hamburger steaks are fully cooked through (no pink remaining).
Serve: Enjoy these flavorful steaks hot with your favorite Southern sides!

Notes

The addition of the dry Ranch seasoning to the beef provides a tangy kick that sets it apart from traditional recipes. By breading the patties and then simmering them with fresh vegetables, you get the perfect balance of a crispy exterior and a juicy, smothered finish.

Tip: Using self-rising flour for the breading helps create a slightly puffier, lighter crust compared to all-purpose flour, making these steaks even more satisfying!