Description

This Ultimate Pub Burger recipe delivers a juicy, flavorful burger experience with ground beef, sharp cheddar, caramelized onions, and classic pub toppings served on toasted brioche or pretzel buns. Perfect for a hearty meal, these burgers balance savory meatiness with tangy condiments and fresh vegetables, with optional add-ons like bacon or fried egg to elevate your burger game.

Ingredients

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Beef Patties

1 1/2 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
4 slices sharp cheddar cheese

Buns and Toppings

4 brioche or pretzel burger buns
1 tablespoon butter or oil (for toasting buns)
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
4 teaspoons Dijon or pub-style mustard
1 cup caramelized onions
4 leaves romaine or green leaf lettuce
1 large tomato, sliced
4 pickle slices
Optional: crispy bacon, fried egg, or sautéed mushrooms for topping

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Instructions

Prepare the Patties: In a large bowl, gently mix the ground beef with kosher salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and form into patties about 3/4-inch thick. Press a small indent in the center of each patty to prevent puffing when cooking.
Cook the Burgers: Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Place the patties on the hot surface and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, flipping once, until they reach your desired level of doneness. In the last minute of cooking, add a slice of sharp cheddar cheese to each patty and cover to melt the cheese thoroughly.
Toast the Buns: While the burgers cook, butter the cut sides of the brioche or pretzel buns. Toast them in a separate pan or on the grill until golden brown and lightly crisp.
Assemble the Burgers: Spread mayonnaise and Dijon mustard evenly on the toasted buns. Layer each bottom bun with a leaf of romaine or green leaf lettuce, followed by a slice of tomato. Place the cooked cheeseburger patty on top, then add a scoop of caramelized onions and a pickle slice.
Add Optional Toppings and Serve: If desired, add crispy bacon, a fried egg, or sautéed mushrooms on top. Cover with the top bun and serve the burgers immediately while warm and juicy.

Notes

To ensure extra juicy burgers, avoid overmixing the ground beef when forming patties.
Toasted buns add great texture and help hold up against the burger juices.
Feel free to swap sharp cheddar for blue cheese or pepper jack for a different flavor profile.
For a gluten-free option, substitute traditional buns with gluten-free buns.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 burger
Calories: 680
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 880mg
Fat: 42g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Unsaturated Fat: 21g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 42g
Cholesterol: 130mg