Hamburger Patty Recipe
Juicy, flavorful hamburger patties made with caramelized onions and a secret ingredient. This 40-minute burger recipe is the perfect choice for your next barbecue!
Ingredients
For the patties:
- 3 pounds lean ground beef
- 1 finely minced sweet onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Montreal Steak Seasoning
- Cooking spray, for grilling
For serving:
- 10 split hamburger buns
- Lettuce, tomato slices, onion rings, pickles
- Mustard and ketchup
For the special sauce (optional):
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon dill pickle juice
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
- ⅛ teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent and lightly browned, about 8-10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, cooled onions, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and Montreal Steak Seasoning using your hands until just mixed.
- Divide the meat into two equal portions and form each into 5 patties (10 total), about ¾-inch thick. Press a small indentation in the center of each patty.
- Place the patties on a parchment-lined platter and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up before cooking.
- In a small bowl, mix the special sauce ingredients until smooth (if using) and refrigerate.
- Cook the patties using your preferred method - pan fry for 8-10 minutes, grill over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes, or bake at 375°F for 30 minutes.
- Toast the buns cut side down until golden brown.
- Assemble the burgers with spreads, patty, tomato slices, pickles, and lettuce. Add mustard and ketchup to the top bun, close, and serve.
Notes
Sandy’s tips:
- Choose the right ground beef: Look for 80/20 or 85/15 ground beef. The fat content is essential for juicy, flavorful burgers.
- Don't overwork the meat: Mix the ingredients until just combined. Overmixing can result in tough, dense patties.
- Chill before cooking: Refrigerating or freezing the patties briefly helps them hold their shape and prevents them from falling apart.
- Check for doneness: Use a meat thermometer to ensure your burgers reach 160°F for medium doneness.
- Storage: Cooked patties can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.
- Freezing: Form the patties and freeze them between layers of parchment paper. They'll keep for up to 3 months in the freezer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 535kcal, Carbohydrates: 29g, Protein: 34g, Fat: 31g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g, Monounsaturated Fat: 8g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 97mg, Sodium: 1012mg, Potassium: 619mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 8g, Vitamin A: 113IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 92mg, Iron: 5mg