The French Onion Burger, a delectable fusion of classic American comfort food and the rich flavors of French cuisine. This mouthwatering burger is a true delight for burger enthusiasts and food connoisseurs alike. Picture a juicy, flame-grilled beef patty topped with a generous layer of caramelized onions, infused with savory onion soup broth and a hint of sweetness. Your guests will be thrilled to come back in to enjoy this burger.
Ingredients
· 1 lb. Mill Street Local Beef - SGC# 215000
· 1 1-ounce envelope onion soup seasoning mix
· 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
· 1/2 teaspoon Morton coarse kosher salt
· for serving: toasted bun, gruyere cheese of choice, crispy bacon, caramelized onions (below), lettuce, tomato, mustard, ketchup, Dijonnaise (below), etc.
for the caramelized onions
· 2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
· 1 tablespoon olive oil
· 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
· 1/2 teaspoon Morton coarse kosher salt
· 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
for the Dijonnaise (optional):
· 1/3 cup high-quality mayonnaise
· 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
· 1 clove garlic, finely chopped or grated
· Morton coarse kosher salt & ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Prep: Prepare the grill for medium-high direct grilling, 450-500 degrees F. Prep any toppings & condiments as desired (see below).
2. Mix & form the burger patties: Add the ground beef, onion soup seasoning mix, Worcestershire sauce & kosher salt to a large mixing bowl. Using your hands, mix just until well combined. Be careful not to overmix as it yields a dryer, tougher burger. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Press each portion into a 1-inch thick burger patty. Use your thumb to press a slight indent in the center of each burger patty.
3. Grill the burgers: Place the burger patties on the grill grates, directly over the flame. Grill 3 minutes per side for medium doneness. If you prefer a less/more done burger, grill for 1 minute less/more. If making a cheeseburger, add the cheese to the burger patties in their last minute of grilling. Toast the Burger Buns while you’re at it – see below!
4. Serve the French onion burgers: Build your burgers as desired. At our house, the toasted St Pierre brioche buns get a quick schmear of Dijonnaise, topped with leafy lettuce, a French onion burger, crispy bacon, & caramelized onions. Serve immediately.
5. Enjoy!
