Ingredients
Ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat) 1 lb
Breadcrumbs 1⁄4 cup
Egg 1 large
Yellow onion 1 small (finely grated)
Garlic 2 cloves
Paprika 1 tsp
Dry mustard 1 tsp
Salt 1.5 tsp
Black pepper 0.5 tsp
Burger buns 4
Oil for cooking (optional, use 1 tbsp total)
Flaxseed meal + water (for vegan option)
Almond flour (gluten-free substitute)
Instructions
Grate onion finely; combine with ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, paprika, dry mustard, salt, and pepper
Divide mixture into 4 equal portions; form into round patties with a slight indentation in the center
Chill patties in the refrigerator for 15 minutes
Heat oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering
Add patties; reduce heat slightly and cook 5-7 minutes per side (depending on heat), or until a deep crust forms and center is medium-rare
For grilling: preheat grill to medium-high heat and cook 6-8 minutes per side
Toast burger buns individually for 30-45 seconds
Rest patties 5 minutes before serving on buns
Notes
Use Kosher salt for better texture
Cast-iron skillet ensures even searing
Almond flour replaces breadcrumbs for gluten-free
Flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water creates a vegan binder
Add a tsp of oil to the skillet before grilling to prevent sticking
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Meals
- Method: Stovetop or Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty with a burger bun
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 185mg