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Oklahoma Onion Burger: A Delicious Revelation

Oklahoma Onion Burger: A Delicious Revelation

If you're looking for the perfect Oklahoma onion burger, look no further! This delicious revelation will show you how to make the perfect onion burger, from start to finish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 435

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium-sized onion thinly sliced
  • 1 pound of 80/20 ground beef divided into four equal portions
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Brioche buns
  • Butter for toasting buns
  • 2 tablespoons of butter for cooking
  • Slices of American cheese

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Onions:Thinly slice the medium-sized onion using a mandolin or a knife. The thin slices will cook perfectly alongside the burgers, adding fantastic flavor.
  2. Thinly slice the medium-sized onion using a mandolin or a knife. The thin slices will cook perfectly alongside the burgers, adding fantastic flavor.
  3. Shape the Beef Patties:Divide the ground beef into four equal portions.Shape the portions into meatballs with clean hands, ensuring the best burger patty shape.Avoid using frozen beef patties for the best results.
  4. Divide the ground beef into four equal portions.
  5. Shape the portions into meatballs with clean hands, ensuring the best burger patty shape.
  6. Avoid using frozen beef patties for the best results.
  7. Season the Burgers:Generously season each burger with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Rub the seasonings on both sides of the patties.
  8. Generously season each burger with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Rub the seasonings on both sides of the patties.
  9. Toast the Brioche Buns:Apply a thin layer of butter to the brioche buns.Toast the buns over medium heat until golden brown. Set them aside once done.
  10. Apply a thin layer of butter to the brioche buns.
  11. Toast the buns over medium heat until golden brown. Set them aside once done.
  12. Cook the Burgers:In the same skillet, increase the heat to medium-high and add 2 tablespoons of butter.Once the butter melts, add the burger patties to the skillet.Use a potato masher to smash the burgers as thin as possible while maintaining their shape.Top each patty with the thinly sliced onions and press them into the meat.
  13. In the same skillet, increase the heat to medium-high and add 2 tablespoons of butter.
  14. Once the butter melts, add the burger patties to the skillet.
  15. Use a potato masher to smash the burgers as thin as possible while maintaining their shape.
  16. Top each patty with the thinly sliced onions and press them into the meat.
  17. Create the Perfect Crust:Allow the burgers to cook for approximately 2 minutes until a nice crust forms.
  18. Allow the burgers to cook for approximately 2 minutes until a nice crust forms.
  19. Flip and Finish:Carefully flip the burgers so the onions are now underneath.Continue cooking until the onions caramelize, about 3-4 minutes.
  20. Carefully flip the burgers so the onions are now underneath.
  21. Continue cooking until the onions caramelize, about 3-4 minutes.
  22. Add the Cheese:Place a slice of American cheese on top of each patty, allowing it to melt into the burger.
  23. Place a slice of American cheese on top of each patty, allowing it to melt into the burger.
  24. Assemble the Burgers:Transfer the burger patties onto the toasted brioche buns.
  25. Transfer the burger patties onto the toasted brioche buns.
  26. Enjoy:These Oklahoma-Style Onion Burgers are juicy, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion!
  27. These Oklahoma-Style Onion Burgers are juicy, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion!
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  30. Serve with Fries:Pair these burgers with a side of fries. We recommend air-fried French fries for a healthier option.
  31. Pair these burgers with a side of fries. We recommend air-fried French fries for a healthier option.

Notes

Storage & Meal Prep
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
Freezer: Freeze in a sealed container for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
Reheat: Warm in a skillet over medium heat, in the microwave, or in a 350°F oven until heated through.