Saucy Hamburgers
Get ready to elevate your burger game with these flavor-packed Saucy Hamburgers! Juicy, perfectly seasoned beef patties are seared to perfection and topped with a tangy homemade sauce made from ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of brown sugar for a touch of sweetness. Quick to prepare with just 10 minutes of prep time, this recipe combines the smoky goodness of charred patties with a zesty, caramelized sauce that’s sure to impress. Serve these burgers on toasted buns with crisp lettuce, fresh tomato slices, and optional melted cheddar cheese for the ultimate comfort food experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard barbecues, these Saucy Hamburgers are a flavorful twist on a classic, easy-to-make crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 8 tomato slices
- 4 cheddar cheese slices (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently but thoroughly to combine, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties about 3/4-inch thick. Press a small indentation into the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent puffing during cooking.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
Cook the burger patties for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness (165°F for well-done). If using cheese slices, place one on each patty during the last minute of cooking and cover the pan to melt the cheese.
While the burgers are cooking, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan, combine ketchup, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Stir well and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
Toast the hamburger buns lightly in a dry skillet or toaster if desired.
Assemble the hamburgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a cooked patty, a spoonful of the sauce, 2 slices of tomato, and the top half of the bun.
Serve immediately with extra sauce on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
612 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.5 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 87% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 110 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 1190 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.0 g | ||
| Protein | 43.0 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 958 mg | 20% | |
*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.
