Oklahoma Onion Burgers (Printable Version)
Juicy smashed beef patties layered with caramelized onions for a bold, comforting meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Meat
01 -
340 grams ground beef (85% lean)
→ Vegetables
02 -
2 medium yellow onions, sliced paper-thin
→ Dairy
03 -
4 slices American cheese
→ Bakery
04 -
4 potato buns
→ Seasoning
05 -
Salt, to taste
06 -
Black pepper, to taste
# Steps:
01 -
Use a mandolin or a sharp knife to slice the onions paper-thin until almost translucent. Set aside.
02 -
Portion ground beef into 113-gram balls without overworking to retain juiciness.
03 -
Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot and sizzling.
04 -
Place each meat ball on the skillet and press down firmly and swiftly with a stiff metal spatula to create thin patties with crispy edges.
05 -
Pile the thinly sliced onions generously onto each patty on the skillet.
06 -
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the edges are brown and crusty, then flip burgers with onions intact. Scrape up browned bits to add flavor.
07 -
Place buns on top of the patties to steam for about one minute, softening them without sogginess.
08 -
Remove buns and place cheese slices on patties; cook for 30 seconds until melted.
09 -
Stack cheese-topped patties onto bottom buns, cap with steamed tops, and serve with mustard and pickles if desired.
# Notes:
01 -
Use a stiff metal spatula for smashing to achieve crispy edges; avoid overhandling patties to retain juiciness.
02 -
Steaming buns on top of the patties warms and softens them, enhancing texture without sogginess.