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Oklahoma Fried Onion Burger

Oklahoma Fried Onion Burger Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 540
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt, plus more as needed
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 4 soft hamburger buns
  • 2 tbsp butter, softened
  • Dill pickle chips, for serving (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat a cast iron skillet over high heat. Slice the onion paper-thin with a mandoline. Divide the beef into 4 balls and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Place a beef ball on the hot skillet, pile with onions, and smash firmly to 1/4 inch thick. Season with salt and pepper and cook undisturbed for 3 minutes until edges are deeply brown.
  3. Scrape under the patty and flip so the onions are underneath. Lay a slice of cheese on top and cook 2 to 3 minutes more until the cheese melts and onions are dark and crispy.
  4. Butter the cut sides of the buns and toast in the skillet until golden, about 1 minute. Place the patty on the bun, add pickles if using, and serve hot.

Notes

Cook in batches if your skillet cannot fit all 4 patties at once, and keep the first burgers warm in a 250°F (120°C) oven while you finish the rest. The onions will soften any leftover patties, so re-crisp them in a hot pan.