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Fancy Beef Burger

Time to up your burger game with this Fancy Beef Burger. This is a no bun approach to a timeless classic. Topped with fresh mozzarella, caramelized onions and a drizzle of balsamic reduction. Delicious!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: North American
Keyword: hamburger, mozzarella cheese
Servings: 4 burgers
Calories: 507kcal
Author: Julia Pinney

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 red pepper very finely diced
  • 1 onion very finely diced
  • Small bunch of fresh chopped parsley
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 Cup bread crumbs very fine
  • 3 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 Cloves garlic crushed
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking

For the garnish:

  • 1 Onion caramelized * (see note at bottom)
  • Bunch of fresh spinach
  • 4 slices mozzarella fresh
  • 1 Tomato thinly sliced
  • Balsamic reduction

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients (excluding the garnish ingredients) and mix well. Divide meat into 4 equal portions and start forming them into patties. I do this by using two hands and putting the meat on a sheet of wax paper. I flatten it to about 1 inch thick. Repeat this for remaining burgers. Tightly wrap and refrigerate for at least 1/2 hour before cooking. I do this so the meat stays together better while cooking.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium to high heat and add a little olive oil to the pan. Add the burgers and cook each side for about 6 minutes. Gently flatten the meat while it is cooking. I like my burgers well done, so if you prefer it less done, don't cook it as long.
  • Transfer to serving plates and top with tomato, fresh mozzarella and caramelized onions. Add the spinach on the side and drizzle over a little of the balsamic reduction. A great mid week supper that is sure to satisfy.
  • *Note: To caramelize the onions, heat a medium skillet set over a medium heat. Add olive oil and sliced onions. Cook for about 5-8 minutes until browned. Turn heat to low and continue cooking until onion are completely soft and browned. This will probably take a further 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat.

*A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.

Nutrition Facts
Fancy Beef Burger
Amount Per Serving (1 Burger)
Calories 507 Calories from Fat 288
% Daily Value*
Fat 32g49%
Saturated Fat 13g81%
Cholesterol 185mg62%
Sodium 514mg22%
Potassium 702mg20%
Carbohydrates 22g7%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 7g8%
Protein 32g64%
Vitamin A 1498IU30%
Vitamin C 48mg58%
Calcium 233mg23%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.