Spicy Caramelised Onion Burgers

Name: Spicy Caramelised Onion Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 500 grams Ground Beef (80/20 lean for best flavor); 2 large Onions (Yellow or red onions work well); 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar (Or to taste, for caramelizing); 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes (Adjust to desired spice level); 1 teaspoon Salt (Or to taste); 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly ground); 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (For cooking onions and patties); 4 count Burger Buns (Brioche or sesame seed buns recommended); 4 count Cheese Slices (Cheddar, American, or Monterey Jack); 4 count Lettuce Leaves (Crisp varieties like iceberg or romaine); 1 medium Tomato (Sliced); 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise (Or preferred burger sauce); 4 tablespoons Ketchup (Or preferred burger sauce)

This recipe guides you through making delicious and easy spicy caramelised onion burgers, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner. Featuring juicy burger patties, sweet and spicy caramelized onions, and classic burger fixings, these burgers are packed with flavor and come together quickly.

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Sizzling Burger Patty with Cheese

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

30m

Cook Time

45m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

650

Calories

35g

Protein

45g

Carbs

38g

Fat

Rich Caramelized Onions

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Assembled Spicy Caramelised Onion Burger

Instructions

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1
Slice the onions thinly. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
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Slice the onions thinly. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
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Uniformly thin slices will caramelize more evenly.
2
Add the sliced onions to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 8-10 minutes.
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Add the sliced onions to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 8-10 minutes.
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Don't rush this step; patience leads to better caramelization.
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Stir in the brown sugar and chili flakes. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are deeply browned and sticky, about 10-15 minutes.
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Stir in the brown sugar and chili flakes. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are deeply browned and sticky, about 10-15 minutes.
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If onions start to stick, add a splash of water or broth to deglaze the pan.
4
While onions are caramelizing, gently form the ground beef into four equally sized patties. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
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While onions are caramelizing, gently form the ground beef into four equally sized patties. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
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Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent it from bulging during cooking.
5
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a separate large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 3-5 minutes per side for medium doneness, or until desired doneness is reached.
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Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a separate large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 3-5 minutes per side for medium doneness, or until desired doneness is reached.
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Avoid pressing down on the patties, as this squeezes out juices and makes them dry.
6
During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheese on each patty to melt. Lightly toast the burger buns.
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During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheese on each patty to melt. Lightly toast the burger buns.
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Toasting buns adds texture and prevents them from getting soggy.
7
Assemble the burgers: Spread mayonnaise and ketchup on the toasted buns. Place a lettuce leaf, tomato slice, a cheese-topped patty, and a generous spoonful of spicy caramelized onions on the bottom bun. Top with the other half of the bun.
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Assemble the burgers: Spread mayonnaise and ketchup on the toasted buns. Place a lettuce leaf, tomato slice, a cheese-topped patty, and a generous spoonful of spicy caramelized onions on the bottom bun. Top with the other half of the bun.
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Add extra toppings like pickles or bacon if desired.