Description
Caramelized onion and goat cheese burgers are a deliciously elevated twist on the classic cheeseburgers.
Ingredients
- 3 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 lb ground beef
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 6 burger buns, split
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup sliced iceberg lettuce or arugula
- 1/2 cup goat cheese
- Your preferred burger sauce
Instructions
Caramelize the Onions
- Heat a heavy-bottomed stainless pan over medium heat.
- Add thinly sliced onions to the pan.
- Cook slowly for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add small amounts of water as needed to prevent burning (instead of using oil).
Prepare the Burger Patties
- In a large bowl, gently mix ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Divide mixture into 6 equal portions.
- Shape each portion into a ½-inch thick patty.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and grease well. Place patties on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes. Flip once and cook for another 6-8 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Toast the Buns
- Melt butter in a pan over medium heat.
- Place split buns cut-side down in the pan.
- Toast for 30-60 seconds until lightly golden.
Assemble the Burgers
- Spread your favorite burger sauce(s) on both halves of the toasted buns. Layer bottom bun with sliced lettuce and a generous portion of caramelized onions.
- Place grilled patty on top of the onions.
- Crumble, spread or simply place your goat cheese over the hot patty.
- Top with the upper bun and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
Burger Sauce
For the burger sauce, I use American Burger sauce which is available at most supermarkets (but it’s essentially a mix of ketchup and mayonnaise with a touch of mustard). I find that BBQ sauce goes quite well with this recipe too (but it does overpower the caramelized onions a bit).
Caramelizing Onions Without Oil
Cooking onions without oil takes longer, but the natural sugars intensify the flavor. Adding water in small amounts prevents burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American