Hamburg Gravy Recipe

This nostalgic Hamburg Gravy recipe is a hearty and easy weeknight meal, perfect for busy families. While originally made with venison for its affordability, this recipe uses ground beef for a richer flavor. It's incredibly simple to prepare, thickening into a savory gravy that's irresistible over mashed potatoes. Feel free to add peas for extra heartiness and to stretch the meal further. This is a comforting dish that’s sure to become a family favorite!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 145.8 kcal
Protein 23g
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Ingredients for Hamburg Gravy

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How to Make Hamburg Gravy

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup cold water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until smooth.
  2. Brown 1 pound ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Gradually whisk the flour mixture into the cooked ground beef, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring frequently, until the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency (about 5-7 minutes).
  5. Stir in 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional) and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until heated through.
  6. Serve immediately over a generous helping of mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

16g

Carbs

1g

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Soups, Stews & Chilis Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Beef & Red Meat Ground Beef Recipes The Americas American Southern Fall Recipes 30 Minutes Or Less

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Main Ingredient Preparation Beef Dietary Low Calorie Low Carb Wild Game Deer Ground Beef Low In Something Meat

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Hamburg Gravy?

Hamburg Gravy takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Hamburg Gravy?

Hamburg Gravy has approximately 145.8 calories per serving, with about 23 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Hamburg Gravy?

The key ingredients for Hamburg Gravy are Ground Beef, Flour, Water, Salt, Peas, Mashed Potatoes. See the full list with measurements above.

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