Meatloaf Hamburger Patties
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Meatloaf Hamburger Patties
Description
Meatloaf Hamburger Patties are individual beef patties seasoned with oregano and garlic powder, bound together by egg and crushed saltine cracker crumbs, which add subtle texture and moisture retention. The addition of chopped onions provides mild sweetness and moisture. Cooking in a cast iron skillet allows for even browning and a caramelized crust.
A glaze of ketchup mixed with brown sugar is spread on the patties during cooking to form a sticky, sweet exterior that contrasts with the savory beef. The patties are cooked until no longer pink inside and allowed to rest, which helps redistribute juices for a tender bite.
These patties can be enjoyed plated with sides such as mashed potatoes and green beans or dressed as sandwiches on buns for a meatloaf-inspired burger option. The recipe also offers a baking alternative for those preferring oven cooking.
For alternatives to saltine crackers, bread crumbs or processed oats can be used. Baking method requires 375°F for about 20 minutes until cooked through. Resting before serving is recommended.
Ingredients
Meatloaf patties
- 1 lb. ground beef lean
- 1/2 cup onion about 1/2 a small onion, chopped
- 1 egg large
- 1/2 cup saltine cracker crumbs (about 12 crackers)
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Topping
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 3 Tablespoons light brown sugar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine all of the meatloaf ingredients and mix together by hand. Shape into 4-5 individual patties.
- Make the topping by combining 1/3 cup ketchup and the brown sugar in a small bowl and stirring until smooth.
- Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat then add a little oil to it. When the oil is hot, carefully place each hamburger patty into the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes until nicely browned on the bottom, then flip to cook the other side. Immediately top each hamburger patty with some of the brown sugar ketchup topping while the patties cook for another 5 minutes on the other side.
- When the meatloaf patties are no longer pink in the center, remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes so the juices can redisperse. Serve with mashed potatoes and green beans, or on hamburger buns for a meatloaf sandwich.
Notes
- Substitute saltine cracker crumbs with bread crumbs or finely processed oats if unavailable.
- Meatloaf patties can be baked at 375°F for 20 minutes as an alternative to skillet cooking.
- Allow patties to rest 5 minutes after cooking to redistribute juices for tender texture.
- Serve with mashed potatoes and green beans or use as sandwich patties on hamburger buns.
- Use lean ground beef to balance flavor and fat content.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 432 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 432kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 121mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 1129mg | 47% |
| Potassium | 519mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Vitamin A | 274IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 56mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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