Swiss Mushroom Burgers Recipe

Name: Swiss Mushroom Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds ground beef (preferably chuck); Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing; 1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced; 1 8 -ounce package sliced mixed mushrooms; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 cup ketchup; 2 teaspoons dijon mustard; 4 thin slices gruyere cheese; 4 sesame buns, split and toasted; Boston or Bibb lettuce, for topping; Potato chips and/or pickles, for serving (optional)

Servings: persons

1 1/4 pounds ground beef (preferably chuck)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 8 -ounce package sliced mixed mushrooms
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
4 thin slices gruyere cheese
4 sesame buns, split and toasted
Boston or Bibb lettuce, for topping
Potato chips and/or pickles, for serving (optional)

1
Preheat the broiler and line the bottom of a broiler pan with foil.
2
Lightly mix the beef with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl.
3
Gently form into 4 patties, about 3/4 inch thick.
4
Arrange on the prepared pan and brush both sides with olive oil.
5
Broil until browned, about 4 minutes per side for medium rare.
6
Meanwhile, heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
7
Add the onion and cook, stirring, 2 minutes.
8
Add the mushrooms and cook 2 more minutes.
9
Add the Worcestershire sauce and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 2 more minutes.
10
Season with salt and pepper and remove from the heat.
11
Combine the ketchup and mustard in a small bowl and set aside.
12
Top each patty with one-quarter of the mushroom mixture and 1 slice cheese.
13
Return to the broiler to melt the cheese, about 1 minute.
14
Spread the buns with the ketchup mixture; sandwich with the patties and some lettuce.
15
Serve with chips and/or pickles.
16
Per serving: Calories 544; Fat 31 g (Saturated 13 g); Cholesterol 110 mg; Sodium 1,143 mg; Carbohydrate 30 g; Fiber 2 g; Protein 38 g
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Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

1388

kcal

Calories

114

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 pounds ground beef (preferably chuck), Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing, 1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Swiss Mushroom Burgers 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.

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Swiss Mushroom Burgers

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Variations & substitutions

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