Slow-Cooked Beef Rissoles with Onion Gravy
Tender Australian-style beef rissoles simmered in a savory onion gravy, perfect for a comforting family dinner. This australian-inspired beef ready in about 275 minutes pairs ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, soak 1/2 cup breadcrumbs with 1/4 cup milk for 5 minutes until softened. Add 1 lb ground beef, 1 large beaten egg, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, and 1 finely chopped medium onion. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
- Step 2: Shape the mixture into 8 equal oval rissoles about 3 inches long. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the rissoles and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until browned but not cooked through.
- Step 3: Transfer the browned rissoles to a slow cooker. Pour in 2 cups beef broth and add the onions left in the pan. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours until the rissoles are tender.
- Step 4: To thicken the gravy, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water until smooth. Stir this slurry into the slow cooker and cook on high for 15 minutes until the gravy thickens and coats the rissoles.
- Step 5: Serve the rissoles hot with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Beef Rissoles with Onion Gravy take to make?
Total time is about 275 minutes (20 min prep + 255 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Slow-Cooked Beef Rissoles with Onion Gravy?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Beef Rissoles with Onion Gravy?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Slow-Cooked Beef Rissoles with Onion Gravy for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Slow-Cooked Beef Rissoles with Onion Gravy?
Australian beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
