Japanese Hamburger Dish
Bring a taste of Japan to your dinner table with this savory Japanese Hamburger Dish, also known as "hambāgu." Perfectly blending ground beef and pork with panko breadcrumbs, finely chopped onions, and a hint of Worcestershire and ketchup, these tender patties deliver a burst of umami in every bite. The star of the dish is the rich and glossy sauce, made right in the same skillet, combining ketchup, soy sauce, and a touch of sugar for a sweet-savory glaze. Steamed to juicy perfection and effortlessly paired with rice or potatoes, this comforting dish is a hearty, family-friendly recipe that’s quick to prepare in just under an hour. Ideal for anyone craving Japanese-style comfort food, it’s an easy, flavorful twist on the classic hamburger steak.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Ground beef
- 250 grams Ground pork
- 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
- 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tablespoon Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.25 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 3 tablespoons Ketchup (for sauce)
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (for sauce)
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, finely chopped onion, panko breadcrumbs, milk, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly with your hands until well combined.
Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a round patty about 1.5 cm thick. Make a shallow indentation in the center of each patty to ensure even cooking.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the hamburger patties in the skillet. Cook for about 3–4 minutes on one side without moving them to allow a nice sear to form.
Flip the patties and add the water to the skillet. Cover with a lid and let the patties steam for an additional 10–12 minutes or until fully cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 70°C (160°F). Remove the patties and set them aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the butter. Once melted, stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and sugar to make the sauce. Cook for about 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Return the hamburger patties to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them to coat evenly. Let them heat through for about 2 minutes.
Serve the Japanese hamburger steaks hot with a generous drizzle of sauce on top. Pair with steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2036 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.2 g | 185% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.9 g | 250% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 660 mg | 220% | |
| Sodium | 4352 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.8 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 121.8 g | 244% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1370 mg | 29% | |
*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.
