How long has salisbury steak been around? Twenty years? Fifty? Turns out, its more like a hundred-and-twenty years, and if something has that kind of staying power then you know its for good reason. While theres nothing wrong with the original salisbury steak (nothing at all), this recipe adds the fun twist of turning the beefy mixture into meatballs. Theyre a little bit saucier, just as moist and savory and delicious as the original and theyre perfect over egg noodles or mashed potatoes. (and guess what else? Theyre super easy to make, too).