14 Reviews of Japanese Hambagu (Hamburg) Steak

From: Fash

On Aug 29, 2007

I've seen this recipe on other sites, but never tried it. I was looking to use up a pound of 96% lean ground beef tonight and I'm so glad I found this recipe here so I could rate it - it's really great! I followed it exactly, except I used minced scallion instead of onion and added chicken broth to the pan instead of hot water. The burgers were moist and juicy and the sauce was delicious - next time, I'll double or triple it since my bf and his friend were practically licking the pan. I served these with stir fried cabbage (just a package of coleslaw mix wilted with a little sesame oil) and some leftover steamed white rice. A definite keeper!!

From: Happy_Housewife

On Nov 29, 2007

This recipe is just like the ones we had in Japan! Thanks for the recipe!

From: Hello Kitty with cupcakes

On Jun 8, 2008

Soooooo goooood! I don't think I will make American meatloaf ever again. My husband added some Teriyaki sauce and Hoysin to the sauce to give it a little bit of a sweet spice. Give it a try.

From: Brew City Chef

On Apr 10, 2008

Excellent and easy to make dish! I will double the sauce next time as everyone wanted more. I've been making a Salisbury Steak recipe every few weeks for my family that is a bit more time consuming before this. To my delight, my husband and mother said they prefer this recipe instead of the the typical Salisbury Steak. I will make this instead. Thank you for an easy, quick alternative to the typical Salisbury Steak!!

From: Princess O

On Dec 16, 2007

This was very good! My whole family enjoyed it. I made it as directed, and it came out wonderful. I will definatley be making this again. Thanks for a great recipe!

From: ElaineAnn

On May 23, 2007

I was a little skeptic about "tossing" the meatballs back and forth, but they took shape well without packing the meat. I guess you can teach an old dog new tricks! These are very tasty and the sauce was delicious. Served with a side of buttered Homemade Noodles for 2 #216441 and a salad, this was a yummy meal! I'll definitely make this again. Made for Cookbooks Tag. Thanks for sharing Meghan.

From: bmcnichol

On May 13, 2008

This was good and easy to make. I made this for freezer tag. I followed the recipe as written except I used minced onion instead of real onion. For freezer tag I made the directions up to step four. Once I had the mixture made I put it in a freezer bag and froze. When I was ready to make, I pulled the frozen bag of meat and let it thaw in the fridge. I followed the rest of the directions from there. I did double the sauce and everyone liked it but hubby and my oldest thought the sauce was too bitey. The liked these better with just ketchup on them.

From: Ilovemy4kids

On Dec 12, 2007

We will definitely make this one again. Added a little more milk, but that was all the change that we made. Thank you for posting.

From: AuntSana

On Nov 1, 2008

These were surprisingly good. I didn't really expect to like them as much as I did. My sisters concur! This is also my first recipe using panko. It's not readily available where I live. I have to make sure to get it when I go to the largest city for my monthly shopping so we can have this whenever we want. Thnx, Meghan, for posting.

From: Chef #1376400

On Oct 18, 2009

Very yummy and easy to whip up. I love the sauce that goes with it.