Fancy Hamburgers
Elevate your burger game with these irresistible Fancy Hamburgers—a gourmet take on a classic favorite. Juicy ground beef patties, perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection, are crowned with gooey melted Gruyere cheese and sweet, caramelized onions. Nestled in buttery, toasted brioche buns, each burger is layered with zesty garlic aioli, fresh baby arugula, and vine-ripened tomato slices for an explosion of flavor in every bite. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or indulging in a cozy night in, these burgers strike the perfect balance between fancy and approachable. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe promises to wow your taste buds and impress any crowd.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 ounces Gruyere cheese, sliced
- 4 pieces Brioche buns
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 large Yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 cup Baby arugula
- 1 large Tomato, sliced
Instructions
In a large bowl, gently mix the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Be careful not to over-mix to avoid tough patties.
Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties, about 3/4 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent bulging while cooking.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and sliced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10-15 minutes until the onions are soft and caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, minced garlic, and lemon juice to make the garlic aioli. Set aside.
Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired doneness. In the final 2 minutes of cooking, place a slice of Gruyere cheese on each patty and cover the skillet or grill to melt the cheese.
While the patties are cooking, split the brioche buns and lightly butter the cut sides. Toast the buns in a separate skillet or on the grill until golden brown.
To assemble, spread a generous amount of garlic aioli on the bottom half of each bun. Add a handful of baby arugula, a slice of tomato, the burger patty with melted cheese, and a portion of the caramelized onions. Top with the other half of the brioche bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fancy hamburgers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4521 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 348.0 g | 446% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.5 g | 632% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 971 mg | 324% | |
| Sodium | 5324 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.8 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.1 g | ||
| Protein | 179.5 g | 359% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 1480 mg | 114% | |
| Iron | 23.5 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 2820 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
