Salisbury steak

American  

noun

1. ground beef, sometimes mixed with other foods, shaped like a hamburger patty and broiled or fried, often garnished or served with a sauce.

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Etymology

Origin of Salisbury steak

1895–1900, named after J. H. Salisbury (1823–1905), U.S. dietitian, who promoted the eating of such steaks

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Salisbury steak

Then, they would lunch on Salisbury steak and Jell-O platters at Schaber’s Cafeteria.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2025

I had some ground chicken and a ton of mushrooms in the fridge . . . and that's when it hit me: Why not make Salisbury "steak" out of ground poultry?

From Salon ● Jan. 26, 2024

My Wisconsin-raised consultant deemed the overall effect “legit Midwest supper club,” and the menu matches, with some straying — e.g., a kale Caesar alongside Salisbury steak.

From Seattle Times ● Nov. 22, 2023

“But Salisbury steak is ultimately all about the gravy, and this one is a winner,” she writes.

From Washington Post ● Jul. 12, 2022

Like a combo of tater tots, bad pizza, Salisbury steak, waxy red apples, and spoiled milk.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell