Easy Onion Gravy Burgers

Hey food adventurers! Welcome to the chaos and magic of my kitchen, where I’ve got a sizzling surprise for you: Easy Onion Gravy Burgers. Imagine juicy patties swimming in a savory, oniony bath of flavor. It’s messy, it’s delicious, and incredibly satisfying. Go ahead, grab your favorite spatula and get ready to mess up some dishes for a good cause.

Let me tell you, my husband and our little crew can’t get enough of these onion gravy masterpieces. The first time these burgers hit the table, our house echoed with a blend of happy munching and suspiciously enthusiastic silence. Recipe nights with these burgers quickly became a ritual — like a family movie night, but with more onion tears.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Onion Gravy Burgers

– You’ll be convinced you’re a top-notch chef even if you still burn toast occasionally.
– Heaven for onion lovers — your kitchen will forever smell like sweet roasted onions (in a good way).
– Gravy on anything just makes it 200 times better, scientific fact.
– Perfect for those days when you want comfort food without the fuss of gourmet cooking.

How to Make It

Alright, grab your spatula and possibly an apron (this could get wild). Start by getting those beef patties going in a hot pan. You want them browned but not charcoal, got it? Flip when they’re ready.

Now, toss in the onions with a dollop of butter that might be more like a giant spoonful — no shame, that’s the secret to the Onions of Destiny. They’ll need to soften and brown, basically the kitchen way of aging to perfection.

Pour in your broth and whatever seasoning you fancy around regarding the culinary whims of the day. Let that all bubble together in delicious harmony, and just wait till it thickens like a good plot twist in your favorite novel.

Ingredient Notes

– Ground Beef: Feel fancy if you go for grass-fed. If you see pink, it’s not done. Trust your gut.
– Onion: These babies caramelize like a boss. Go for the yellow kind; they’re sweeter and won’t judge you.
– Flour: Get a gripping paste going or risk a gravy disaster. Adding slowly is key.
– Worcestershire Sauce: The umami bomb. Skipping this is like doing a cartwheel without the cart.

Recipe Steps:
1. Brown patties and keep ’em juicy.
2. Remove patties; soften onions until golden.
3. Stir in flour, crafting a magical onion roux.
4. Pour in beef broth slowly, bringing it to a simmer.
5. Add patties back into the heavenly onion gravy.
6. Simmer the whole shebang until glorious and thick.

What to Serve It With

These you can pretty much pair with anything that yearns for some saucy love. Try creamy mashed potatoes, sautéed greens, or simply mop up with crusty bread. No shame, good flavors.

Tips & Mistakes

Overcooked patties are like biting into shoe leather. Yet uncooked beef is a no-go, so aim for a dazzingly medium-cooked perfection.

Storage Tips

Got leftovers? Toss them in a snug container in the fridge. They make a killer next-day sandwich filling, even eaten cold, because gravy just does its own thing, okay? Heat them up? Use the stovetop so the magic stays alive.

Variations and Substitutions

If you’re out of ground beef, try ground chicken — your taste buds will still applaud. Switch up using turkey bacon for a smoky twist, or add mushrooms if you’re feeling extra earthy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Easy Onion Gravy Burgers

This quick and flavorful onion gravy burger recipe combines juicy beef patties with a rich homemade onion gravy. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1.5 pounds ground beef
• ▢ 1 large onion thinly sliced
• ▢ 2 cups beef broth
• ▢ 2 tablespoons butter
• ▢ 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour to thicken gravy
• ▢ 4 pieces burger buns
• ▢ 1 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Form ground beef into four equal patties and season with salt and pepper.
• Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
• Remove patties from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat and add sliced onions. Cook until softened and caramelized, about 7 minutes.
• Sprinkle flour over onions and stir for 1 minute to cook out raw taste.
• Slowly add beef broth while stirring to form gravy. Simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
• Return burger patties to skillet, spoon gravy over them, and heat through for 2 minutes.
• Serve patties on burger buns topped with onion gravy.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a slice of cheddar cheese on the patties before adding the onion gravy.