Japanese Salisbury Steak Recipe - Hambagu

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon ginger, peeled and finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sake
• 1 large egg
• 3 1/2 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs
• 3 green onions, finely chopped
• daikon, grated (optional)
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 1/2 tablespoons all purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl put the ground beef, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sake, egg, and panko breadcrumbs. Mix well using your fingers and make one big ball.

2. 2

   Cut it into quarters – this way you’ll end up with 4 patties the same size.

3. 3

   In a large pan over high heat, add the patties and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, until cooked through.

4. 4

   --- Making the sauce ---

5. 5

   Heat up the beef stock and set aside.

6. 6

   Put the sugar and flour into a saucepan.

7. 7

   Add the soy sauce and whisk to create a paste.

8. 8

   Slowly add the beef stock to the paste, whisking constantly to prevent clumping.

9. 9

   Turn on the heat and bring the sauce to a boil, whisking constantly until it thickens – about 3-5 minutes.

10. 10

    Serve the patties with the sauce, sprinkle some green onions and top with grated daikon.