Oklahoma Onion Burgers
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
333 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Oklahoma Onion Burgers
Description
Oklahoma Onion Burgers begin by thinly slicing a large onion and tossing it with salt to soften and release moisture. Ground meat is divided into four patties. A hot frying pan with canola oil is heated, and each patty is placed and smashed flat on the surface. Black pepper is sprinkled on, and the salted onions are piled atop the patty before cooking for two minutes. The burger is flipped carefully, pressing the onions into the meat, seasoned with salt and pepper, and topped with a slice of cheddar or preferred cheese. It cooks a further 2-4 minutes, depending on desired doneness.
This method caramelizes the onions slightly while integrating their flavor into the patty, giving the burger a distinctive sweet and savory profile. The smashed cooking technique on a hot flat surface yields crispy edges and a juicy interior.
Traditional toppings include pickle slices, mustard, and choosing a potato bun enhances authenticity. The recipe notes that pre-sliced American cheese is classic, but cheddar slices are also recommended.
Ingredients
- 1 onion sliced very thin, large, yellow or white
- salt
- 1 pound venison finely ground, or beef
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- black pepper
- 4 lices cheddar cheese or American or other cheese
- pickles
- mustard
- burger buns
Instructions
- Slice the onion very thinly, then toss it with a little salt in a bowl and set aside for a few minutes. Divide the meat into four patties.
- Heat a large frying pan or flat top over medium high heat for a few minutes. When it's hot, add the canola oil. When it's hot, place a patty on the pan and smash it with a spatula or bacon press. Hold for 30 seconds. Sprinkle black pepper on the patty, then cover the patty with onions. It's OK if a few spill onto the hot pan. Cook like this for 2 minutes.
- Carefully flip the burger. You want to scrape the pan to get everything, in case you have some spots that have stuck. I use my off hand to hold the onions onto the patty as I flip. Once flipped, Press down on the patty to sink the onions into the meat.
- Add salt and pepper to the patty and lay a slice of cheese onto it. Let this cook for 2 to 4 minutes, depending on how cooked you want your meat. Two minutes will give you a nice medium.
- To get everything off the pan, place the bun on the cheese and use the spatula to lift the burger off the pan. Set it on the bottom bun. Add pickles and mustard if you want. Optional: Get another pan hot and melt some butter in it to toast the buns before you use them. About 30 seconds should get you a nice toasty brown.
Notes
- Use potato buns for a traditional Oklahoma onion burger, though other buns work well.
- Pre-sliced American cheese is traditional, but cheddar slices can also be used.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 333 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 333kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 120mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 260mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 442mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 281IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 221mg | 22% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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