Description
Savory French onion soup meets classic burger in this mouthwatering culinary fusion. Caramelized onions, melted gruyère cheese, and a rich beef patty create a delectable sandwich that brings together beloved French flavors with American comfort cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
- 4 to 8 ounces Swiss or Provolone cheese
Flavor Enhancers and Seasonings:
- 1 packet (about 4 to 6 tablespoons) Lipton Onion Soup Mix
- 1 pinch of thyme
- 1 tablespoon brandy or Sherry (optional, but recommended)
Supporting Ingredients:
- 2.5 tablespoons butter
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 0.75 cup water (as needed)
- 4 buns
- 1 little butter or oil for brushing the buns
Instructions
- Combine ground beef (500 grams / ) with onion soup mix in a mixing bowl, allowing the flavors to meld and develop while preparing the caramelized onions.
- Melt unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add sliced onions and fresh thyme sprigs.
- Pour 60 milliliters of water into the skillet, cover, and allow onions to simmer for 3-4 minutes until they become tender and the liquid nearly disappears.
- Remove the lid and continue cooking, gradually adding small amounts of water to prevent onions from sticking and burning.
- Continue cooking until onions transform into a rich, deep golden-brown color with a caramelized texture.
- Deglaze the skillet by stirring in brandy or sherry (30 milliliters / 1 fluid ounce), then remove from heat and set aside.
- Shape ground beef into burger patties, creating a slight indentation in the center to ensure even cooking and prevent bulging.
- Cook burgers in a skillet or on a grill over medium-high heat for approximately 3 minutes per side.
- Top each burger with caramelized onions and cheese, then reduce heat and cook until cheese melts completely and burgers reach desired internal temperature.
- Lightly brush burger buns with melted butter or olive oil, then toast until achieving a golden-brown color and crisp texture.
Notes
- Infuse beef with rich, savory flavor by mixing ground meat with onion soup mix before shaping patties.
- Caramelize onions slowly to develop deep, sweet complexity that elevates the burger’s taste profile.
- Create a perfect burger dimple to ensure even cooking and prevent puffing up during grilling.
- Add brandy or sherry to caramelized onions for an extra layer of sophisticated, gourmet flavor.
- Melt cheese on top of burgers at lower heat to achieve a smooth, creamy topping without burning.
- Toast buns with butter or oil for a golden, crispy exterior that complements the juicy burger.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing/Grilling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 542 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg