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 remember the first time I tasted Salisbury steak.

From Salon ● Jan. 26, 2024

That’s how Salisbury steak made a reentry into my life.

From Washington Post ● Jul. 12, 2022

Salisbury steak is such an instance: a good idea and a good name, though its reputation as a TV dinner has stained the prettiness somewhat.

From New York Times ● Mar. 15, 2018

And when Grover ordered a fried dam plate and a Salisbury steak, just for fun, Ralph ordered a list of side dishes — onion rings, potato salad, coleslaw.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen