Description
Indulge in the ultimate burger experience with these Caramelized Onion Burgers. The sweet, rich flavor of perfectly caramelized onions combined with juicy beef patties creates a mouthwatering delight that’s perfect for any gathering. These burgers are not only visually stunning but also simple to prepare, making them a go-to recipe for backyard barbecues or cozy dinners at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 soft burger buns
- 4 slices provolone or cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp salt (divided)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and 1/2 tsp salt; cook low and slow for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- While onions caramelize, shape ground beef into four patties about 1 inch thick. Make an indent in the center of each patty and season both sides with remaining salt and pepper.
- Preheat grill or skillet on high heat; sear patties for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and juicy. If desired, add cheese during the last minute of cooking to melt.
- Toast burger buns on the grill if preferred, then assemble burgers with caramelized onions and any additional toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (210g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg