Mushroom Swiss Burger

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5

6 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    927 kcal

  • Course

    Lunch, Dinner

  • Cuisine

    American

Mushroom Swiss Burger

This Mushroom Swiss Burger has juicy beef patties, melted Swiss cheese, caramelized onions, and savory sautéed mushroom sauce.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 yellow onion peeled and thickly sliced
  • 2 pounds ground beef 80/20
  • 4 lices swiss cheese feel free to double up on this
  • 2 cups button mushrooms or a combination of both, thinly sliced, or baby bella mushrooms
  • 3 garlic finely minced
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • 4 hamburger buns toasted
  • 1 teaspoon butter optional, unsalted
  • parsley optional, fresh, minced
  • salt coarse and freshly cracked, to taste
  • black pepper coarse and freshly cracked, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large frying pan over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of oil and heat for 1 minute.
  2. Place in the onions, gently season with salt, and saute for 5 to 7 minutes or until lightly browned. Turn the heat down to low and cook while occasionally stirring for 20 to 25 minutes or until well browned and tender. Set to the side.
  3. In the meantime, form the ground beef into 4 equal-sized patties. Season them with salt and pepper on both sides.
  4. In a separate large carbon steel, cast iron skillet, or griddle, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil and heat for 1 minute over medium heat.
  5. Place in the burgers and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side for a medium burger, or until the desired internal temperature is achieved. Place the cheese onto each burger with 2 to 3 minutes left in the cooking process. Set them to the side.
  6. Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan with the rendered beef fat, gently season with salt, and turn the heat to high. Saute them for 5 to 7 minutes or until well browned. Pour in the stock and continue cooking over high heat until the amount of liquid is reduced by one-half and is thickened. Season with salt and pepper and add optional garnishes of minced fresh parsley and 1 teaspoon of unsalted butter.
  7. To assemble, place the burger onto a toasted bottom bun and then layer on the with caramelized onions then the sauteed mushrooms and sauce. Finish with the top toasted bun.
  8. I usually like to serve this with any leftover mushroom gravy to add and dip.

Notes

  • My best advice for this mushroom and Swiss burger recipe is to be patient when caramelizing the onions and sautéing the mushrooms. Rushing will burn them before they can develop that deep, rich flavor. Trust the process and have patience—it’s worth it!
  • Perfecting the patties: To keep them tender, gently shape them into about ¾-inch thick patties without overworking the meat. I also press my thumb into the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up.
  • To grill the burgers: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat before placing the patties on the grates. Cook for 6 minutes per side for a medium burger, then add the Swiss cheese during the last 2 to 3 minutes of grilling.
  • Cook to your desired doneness: I like my burgers cooked to medium (140°F to 145°F internally) with a warm, red center, so I cook them for 6 to 8 minutes per side. If you prefer rare to medium-rare burgers (120°F to 135°F internally), aim for 4 to 6 minutes per side. For medium-well to well-done (150°F to 160°F+ internally), cook them for 8 to 10 minutes per side. For the most accurate results, always use a meat thermometer.
  • Toasting the buns: Toasting prevents the juicy patty and toppings from making the bun soggy. I usually toast the buns in the skillet with the rendered burger fat, but since we’re using that fat to sauté the mushrooms, it’s best to brush the cut sides with garlic butter and toast them separately.
  • Let the burgers rest: Despite the temptation to dig right in, I always let the burgers rest on a cutting board for at least 5 minutes before assembling them. This gives the juices time to soak back into the meat.
  • Make-Ahead: You can save time by caramelizing the onions, making the mushroom sauce, and forming the burger patties 1 day before making this recipe. Keep everything in separate airtight containers in the fridge until you’re ready to cook. 
  • How to Store: Leftover cooked burger patties can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Any extra caramelized onions and mushroom sauce can be stored in separate containers. 
  • How to Reheat: Cook the burger patties in a skillet over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side or until warmed through. Meanwhile, cook the onions and mushroom gravy separately over low heat or in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between. 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 927kcal (46%) Carbohydrates 28g (9%) Protein 52g (104%) Fat 67g (103%) Saturated Fat 23g (115%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g (24%) Monounsaturated Fat 31g (155%) Trans Fat 3g (150%) Cholesterol 177mg (59%) Sodium 637mg (27%) Potassium 1101mg (23%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 142IU (3%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 275mg (28%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 927 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 927kcal 46%
Carbohydrates 28g 9%
Protein 52g 104%
Fat 67g 103%
Saturated Fat 23g 115%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 31g 155%
Trans Fat 3g 150%
Cholesterol 177mg 59%
Sodium 637mg 27%
Potassium 1101mg 23%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 142IU 3%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 275mg 28%
Iron 7mg 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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