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Oklahoma Fried Onion Burger

Savory Oklahoma Fried Onion Burger for Ultimate Comfort Food

Discover the Oklahoma Fried Onion Burger, a comforting dish featuring juicy beef patties and sweet caramelized onions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Burger
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (70/30) for juicy, flavorful patties
  • 1 Medium Onion thinly grated
  • 4 slices American Cheese for topping
  • 4 Burger Buns soft, such as Potato Rolls or Brioche
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to enhance meat's flavor
  • to taste Condiments Mustard, Ketchup, and Pickle Slices optional

Equipment

  • Frying pan
  • Mandoline
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Oklahoma Fried Onion Burger
  1. Thinly grate the onions using a mandoline and set aside.
  2. Form ground beef into 4-6 ounce patties, pressing a thumb indentation in the center.
  3. Preheat a large frying pan over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
  4. Place beef balls in the pan and press down, then pile grated onions on top and cook for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Flip patties, add a slice of cheese on each, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Toast the burger buns in the skillet for 1-2 minutes while cheese melts.
  7. Assemble the burgers by spreading condiments on the buns and adding the patties.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Let burgers rest for a couple of minutes after cooking for juicier patties. Customize the cheese and be mindful of condiment balance.

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