Luchow Hamburgers
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Luchow Hamburgers, a gourmet twist on the classic burger that's brimming with mouthwatering ingredients and bold textures. Made with a perfectly seasoned 80/20 ground beef blend, these burgers are elevated with crispy bacon, sautéed onions, and a touch of Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce for irresistible depth of flavor. Held together with breadcrumbs and a hearty egg, each patty is tender yet juicy, and cooked to perfection in a buttery skillet for golden-brown sear and unbeatable taste. Topped with fresh lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and optional melted cheddar cheese, then nestled in lightly toasted buns, these burgers are a showstopper at any gathering. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes and customizable with your favorite sides, they're perfect for a crowd-pleasing dinner or a memorable backyard BBQ.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 4 slices Bacon
- 0.5 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 4 whole Hamburger buns
- 4 leaves Leaf lettuce
- 1 medium Tomato, sliced
- 4 slices Cheddar cheese slices (optional)
Instructions
Chop the bacon into small pieces and cook in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Discard most of the bacon grease, leaving about 1 teaspoon in the skillet.
In the same skillet, sauté the finely chopped onion until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked bacon, sautéed onions, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a burger patty about 1-inch thick.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Melt the butter in the skillet and swirl to coat the surface evenly.
Cook the burger patties for 4–5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 4–5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for medium doneness. If using cheese, place a slice on each patty during the last minute of cooking to allow it to melt.
Lightly toast the hamburger buns in the skillet or grill pan, cut side down, for about 1 minute.
Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a cooked burger patty, a slice of tomato, and any additional desired toppings. Cover with the top half of the bun.
Serve immediately with your favorite sides such as fries, coleslaw, or potato salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.2 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.3 g | 406% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 723 mg | 241% | |
| Sodium | 4363 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.3 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 59.8 g | 214% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 183.6 g | 367% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1049 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 18.3 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 1991 mg | 42% | |
*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.
