Onion Burgers Version 2.0

I served these fantastic onion burgers 3 different ways over 3 nights. Two were on buns, and one was bun-less. All three versions were absolutely fantastic. The patties have a nice kick to them, thanks to the spicy V8 juice and some sassy Russ & Franks BBQ sauce (substitute your favorite if you can’t find Russ & Franks). The onion soup mix gives them an almost meatloaf like flavor.

My first take on these burgers was topped with Swiss cheese, BBQ sauce, and sauteed mushrooms.

Onion Burgers Version 2.0
Onion Burgers Version 2.0

Then, I served them topped with BBQ sauce, Swiss and French fried onions.

Onion Burgers Version 2.0-1

Here’s the bun-less version. Great comfort food!

Onion Burgers Version 2.0-2

Because of the V8 juice you can use fairly lean ground beef in these burgers without fear of them drying out.

Onion Burgers Version 2.0
Print Pin
4 from 1 vote

Onion Burgers Version 2.0

I served these fantastic onion burgers 3 different ways over 3 nights.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword burgers, onion
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 531kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

For the burgers

For serving

Instructions

  • Make the patties by combining all of the burger ingredients and then forming into 6 patties. Do not overwork the meat or it will fall apart.
  • Refrigerate patties for at least 30 minutes.
  • Grill burgers until done, but do not play with them on the grill. The more you move them around, the better the chances they’ll fall apart. Be gentle!
  • Serve as desired on buns or bunless, with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 531kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 909mg | Potassium: 603mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 97IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Onion Burgers

I have to admit, I can eat more than one of these delicious onion burgers without even blinking. There’s something about the sautéed onions and American cheese that just screams greatness! Simple, cheesy, dripping, messy. Just what a hamburger should be!

Onion Burgers

These onion burgers remind me a bit of the old diner-style ones I used to get as a child, except that then the onions were sliced, and cooked quickly on a flat-top griddle. Incredibly good, and dripping with flavor. Instead, these are caramelized, bringing an almost sweetness to the burgers. Add some cheese and I’m one happy guy!

I like to use a burger press when I make burgers. It, in combination with some patty papers, enables me to crank out a whole bunch of equally-sized burger patties in no time at all with little cleanup.

Looking for a little different way to make these? Check out my other version of onion burgers!

Onion Burgers
Print Pin
5 from 1 vote

Onion Burgers

I have to admit, I can eat more than one of these delicious burgers without even blinking. There’s something about the sautéed onions and American cheese that just screams greatness! 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword burgers, onion
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 653kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add the onions and half of the salt and pepper. Saute until the onions are soft and lightly brown, 10-15 minutes.
  • Stir in the Worcestershire sauce a hot sauce, to taste. Cover and remove from heat.
  • Form 4 burger patties and season with remaining salt and pepper.
  • Grill burgers until done.
  • Top each burger with 1 slice of cheese and a good amount of onion. Add another piece of cheese and the remaining onion. Serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 653kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 123mg | Sodium: 2780mg | Potassium: 657mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 410IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 578mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.