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Mushroom Swiss Burger with Venison

This is a game version of the classic mushroom Swiss burger you see in hamburger joints all over the country: A big ole' meat patty, topped with grilled or sauteed onions and mushrooms, served with cheese, usually Swiss. Mustard is the traditional accompaniment here.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 325 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground venison
  • 3 tablespoons mushroom powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, sliced thin into half-moons
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • hamburger buns
  • 6 slices of Swiss cheese
  • mustard

Instructions

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  1. Mix into the meat the dried mushroom powder and celery seed. Shape the meat into patties. When you do this, don't overwork your meat or your hamburgers will become tough and chewy. Crumbly is better than tough, to my mind. Also, press a little indentation into the center of each patty: This helps the patty keep its shape once cooked, because when meat cooks it tightens up and will turn into a ball shape if you don't have that indentation.
  2. Get a large saute pan hot over high heat and add the mushrooms. Shake the pan frequently so they don't all stick, and cook the mushrooms until they release their water, about 2 to 4 minutes. As soon as the water has mostly bubbled away, add the olive oil, some salt and the sliced onion and saute until everything has nicely browned, about 6 to 8 minutes. Turn off the heat and set aside.
  3. Salt your burgers and grill them (or cook them in any other way) to your liking. I like mine medium, so I grill over medium-high heat about 4 to 6 minutes per side. I only flip my burgers once. When you flip the burger, let it cook about halfway on the second side before slapping a slice of cheese on the patty. Close the grill lid to let it melt.
  4. To build the burger, toast the buns if you want first. Paint with mustard or whatever, then lay down a patty. Top with the mushrooms and onions and have at it! Serve with a salad and a cold beer.

Notes

  • You can buy porcini powder online, or, here is how to make porcini powder at home. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 325kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 36g (72%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 121mg (40%) Sodium 119mg (5%) Potassium 880mg (25%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 26mg (3%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 325

% Daily Value*

Calories 325kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 36g 72%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 121mg 40%
Sodium 119mg 5%
Potassium 880mg 19%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 26mg 3%
Iron 5mg 28%

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