Simple Hand-Kneaded Hamburgers Recipe

Name: Simple Hand-Kneaded Hamburgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 300 grams Ground beef and pork mix; 1/2 Finely chopped onions; 3 tbsp Panko; 10 grams Butter (For the onions); 1 1/2 tbsp Milk; 1 medium-sized Whisked egg; 1 Salt and pepper; 1 Nutmeg; 1 tbsp Sake (For steaming); 5 tbsp Japanese Worcestershire-style Sauce; 2 tbsp Ketchup; 10 grams Butter (For the sauce); 1 tsp Wine

Servings: persons

300 grams Ground beef and pork mix
1/2 Finely chopped onions
3 tbsp Panko
10 grams Butter (For the onions)
1 1/2 tbsp Milk
1 medium-sized Whisked egg
1 Salt and pepper
1 Nutmeg
1 tbsp Sake (For steaming)
5 tbsp Japanese Worcestershire-style Sauce
2 tbsp Ketchup
10 grams Butter (For the sauce)
1 tsp Wine

1
Add butter to a pan, and saute the onions once the butter has melted.
2
After sauteing, they will cool faster if you make an opening in the center as shown in the photo.
3
Add in 4 shakes of salt and 3-4 shakes of nutmeg to the ground meat, and mix together thoroughly by hand.
4
Mix until it all sticks together.
5
Place the in milk, and thoroughly mix together.
6
It holds everything together.
7
Mix Steps 1-3 and an egg together.
8
Using your hand so that it all mixes together well, knead by pinching the meat between your fingers so that it squeezes out.
9
Once it has all stuck together, lump it all together,and strike it against the bowl several times to remove the air pockets.
10
Divide into 4 equal portions and mold into patties.
11
Add oil, and cook both sides over medium heat.
12
When placing the burgers in the pan, press down on the center to flatten them.
13
(The hamburgers will eventually plump back up).
14
Cover with a lid and cook through at a medium heat, flipping them over after 2-3 minutes.
15
After 2 minutes has passed, add sake and lower the heat to steam.
16
Stick a toothpick into the center of the burgers, and it is done if the juices run clear.
17
Cook for a little longer if red juices come out.
18
Make the sauce.
19
Wipe the pan that you used for the burgers clean with a paper towel, and add in all of the remaining ingredients aside from the wine.
20
Once the sauce has reached a boil, add in the wine and bring it to a boil again, then you are done.

345

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 300 grams Ground beef and pork mix, 1/2 Finely chopped onions, 3 tbsp Panko, 10 grams Butter (For the onions), and more.

Yes, Simple Hand-Kneaded Hamburgers falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Simple Hand-Kneaded Hamburgers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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