Caramelized Onion Burger (Better Than Any Restaurant)
A rich and juicy caramelized onion burger stacked with a perfectly seared beef patty, sweet golden onions, melted cheddar cheese, fresh lettuce, tomato slices, and creamy mayonnaise on a toasted brioche bun. A restaurant style burger made easily at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80 percent lean)
- 2 large yellow onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 brioche buns
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 tomato slices
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium low heat and add butter and olive oil.
- Add sliced onions and cook slowly for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally until deep golden and caramelized.
- Season ground beef with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, then form into 4 equal patties.
- Heat a separate pan over medium high heat and cook burger patties for 4 to 5 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Add cheddar cheese on top of patties during the last minute of cooking and let it melt.
- Toast brioche buns lightly in a pan until golden.
- Spread mayonnaise on the bottom buns, then layer lettuce, tomato, beef patty, and caramelized onions.
- Top with the bun and serve immediately while hot and juicy.
Notes
- Cook onions low and slow for the best sweetness and depth of flavor.
- Do not press burgers while cooking to keep them juicy.
- Let patties rest for a few minutes before assembling.