Oklahoma Fried Onion Burgers

Oklahoma Fried Onion Burgers are incredibly easy to make and insanely delicious. The key to making these mouth-watering and flavorful burgers featured in Cooks Country is to smash thinly sliced onions into the ground beef before cooking. The result is golden caramelized onions embedded in a perfectly cooked burger!

Ingredients:

1 large white onion, thinly sliced

1 pound ground beef (preferably 80/20 blend)

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

4 slices American cheese

4 hamburger buns, toasted

Optional toppings: mustard, pickles

 

 

Instructions:

Prepare the Onions:

Thinly slice the large white onion into approximately 1/8-inch thick rings. Season with a pinch of salt and let them sit for about 10 minutes to soften slightly.

Form the Beef Patties:

Divide the ground beef into four equal portions, shaping each into a ball. Season each ball generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Combine Beef and Onions:

On a flat surface, place a portion of the sliced onions and press a beef ball onto them, flattening it into a thin patty with the onions embedded. Repeat for all portions.

Cook the Patties:

Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the patties, onion side down. Cook until the onions are deeply caramelized, about 2-3 minutes. Flip the patties and cook the other side until browned, approximately 2 minutes more.

Add Cheese:

Place a slice of American cheese on each patty. Cover the skillet briefly to melt the cheese, about 30 seconds.

Assemble the Burgers:

Place each patty on a toasted hamburger bun. Add optional toppings like mustard and pickles if desired.

Serve immediately and enjoy!