French Onion Burgers – Love burgers and French Onion Soup? Then you have to try out these juicy French Onion Burgers that combine two classics! Flavorful, juicy and simple to make beef and caramelized onion burgers that taste heavenly! It’s a quick, weeknight dinner solution that the entire family will love. Mix up your burger routine and make a beef burger!

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Nothing is better than a delicious, juicy and flavorful burger! Today I am bringing you a very unique and delicious burger recipe – French Onion Burgers. If you are a fan of the classic cheeseburger and French Onion Soup, you are going to obsess over this combination of both. Serve them up plain & simple (as they are delicious themselves), or dress them up with crispy bacon and garlic sauce for the ultimate burger experience.

This post is about how to make the perfect French Onion Burgers at home.

GOURMET BEEF BURGERS RECIPE

There’s not doubt that burgers are one of the best comfort foods. What makes this experience even better? You can bring street foods into your home and make them even better! Plus, making burgers at home is way cheaper and more affordable. These French Onion Burgers are simply the best easy gourmet burgers made with beef and caramelized onions. If you’re feeling extra, you can make your own garlic sauce to serve these burgers with. The whole flavor profile is insane! I highly recommend making these burgers for any special occasion or for when you want a gourmet dinner. These juicy onion burgers are also perfect for Football Party, BBQs, or for when you want to treat your family and friends with a restaurant style dinner. These really are a restaurant-quality burger perfect for weeknight cooking or backyard BBQs!

WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS RECIPE

Juicy, flavorful and delicious burgers to make at home
The perfect weeknight gourmet meal
Easy to serve for a large crowd
Perfect for Game Day, BBQ’s and any special occasion
The flavor profile is insane

INGREDIENTS NOTES FOR FRENCH ONION BURGERS

Here’s your shopping list to make these juicy French Onion Burgers!

Hamburger Buns

Lean Ground Beef

Olive Oil

An Egg

Onions

Garlic

Butter

Salt & Pepper

Gruyere Cheese

Beef Broth

Spices – Dry thyme, garlic powder, onion powder

Arugula

HOW TO MAKE FRENCH ONION BURGERS

Make the French Onion Topping:

- - Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and butter.
  - Add the sliced onions and sauté them for about 15-20 minutes, or until they become caramelized and brown.
  - Stir occasionally until they reach a deep golden brown color.
  - Pour in the beef broth, and simmer for another 10-15 minutes until the liquid has mostly evaporated.
  - Season the caramelized onions with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

Prepare the Garlic Sauce:

- - In a large tall mixer base, mix garlic and egg until foamy. Then keep mixing while carefully adding olive oil until a creamy texture forms.
  - Set aside

Grill the Burgers:

- Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Season ground beef with spices and divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and form them into burger patties.
- Grill the burger patties to your desired level of doneness, typically 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. During the last minute of cooking, add a portion of the caramelized onion mixture and some Gruyère cheese on top of each patty. Cover the grill to allow the cheese to melt.

Assemble the Burgers:

- Spread a generous amount of the garlic sauce on the bottom half of each bun.
- Place the French Onion Burger on top of the sauce, arugula and then top with the other half of the bun.
Serve your French Onion Burger with fries, and enjoy!

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

Caramelizing onions takes time, so be patient and allow them to cook slowly until they reach a deep golden brown color. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
Season the burger patties with your preferred spices to enhance their flavor. Salt and pepper are commonly used, but feel free to add other seasonings according to your taste.
Adding the caramelized onion mixture and Gruyère cheese to the burger patties during the last minute of grilling allows the cheese to melt and the flavors to blend together.
The garlic sauce can be prepared in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days (don’t use it after this time as it contains raw egg).
Customize your burger by adding additional toppings such as tomato slices, pickles, or bacon, if desired.
Serve the French Onion Burger with a side of fries or a salad for a complete meal.

RECIPE FAQ’S

HOW TO STORE BEEF BURGERS?

WHAT TO SERVE WITH FRENCH ONION BURGERS?

The possibilities are endless! Here are some of our favorite side dishes for burgers –

French fries (of course!)
Grilled Green Onions
Corn Ribs
Carrot Fries
Sweet Potato Fries
Parmesan Green Beans
Mac & Cheese
Salads

What Is The Best Ground Beef To Use?

We like to use 85% lean ground beef for cheeseburgers. It has enough fat to give the burgers lots of flavor without them being too greasy. If you like juicy burgers, I wouldn’t suggest using leaner ground beef.

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