These Down Home Grilled Hamburgers are a backyard barbecue staple that delivers juicy, savory flavor in every bite. The secret lies in mixing sour cream and chopped green onions directly into the lean ground beef, keeping the meat incredibly moist and tender while adding a fresh, aromatic kick. Seasoned with Worcestershire sauce and lemon pepper, the patties are grilled until charred on the outside and perfectly pink inside. Served on toasted buns with a zesty mix of mayonnaise, mustard, and ketchup, along with crisp lettuce, tomato, and chilled onion slices, this sandwich is the ultimate comfort food. It’s an ideal meal for summer cookouts, family dinners, or any time you crave a classic American burger with a homemade twist.
Down Home Grilled Hamburgers
Description
These Down Home Grilled Hamburgers are a backyard barbecue staple that delivers juicy, savory flavor in every bite. The secret lies in mixing sour cream and chopped green onions directly into the lean ground beef, keeping the meat incredibly moist and tender while adding a fresh, aromatic kick. Seasoned with Worcestershire sauce and lemon pepper, the patties are grilled until charred on the outside and perfectly pink inside. Served on toasted buns with a zesty mix of mayonnaise, mustard, and ketchup, along with crisp lettuce, tomato, and chilled onion slices, this sandwich is the ultimate comfort food. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal meal for summer cookouts, family dinners, or any time you crave a classic American burger with a homemade twist.Ingredients
Directions
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Slice white or yellow sweet onions into thick rings.
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Place onion slices in a plastic bag or glass jar with ice water, seal, and refrigerate until ready to use to ensure crispness.
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Slice vine-ripened tomatoes into thick slices.
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In a large bowl, mix sour cream, chopped green onions, bread crumbs, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon pepper seasoning.
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Add lean ground beef to the bowl and mix until all ingredients are well combined.
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Shape the meat mixture into 4 equal patties.
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Preheat grill over hot coals or set oven broiler to high.
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If grilling, place patties on the grill and cook to desired doneness, turning only once or twice.
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If broiling, place patties in a broiler pan and broil to desired doneness.
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If microwaving, place patties in a microwave-safe dish, cover loosely with vented plastic wrap, and microwave on high for 3 minutes.
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Turn patties over and microwave for another 3 minutes or until desired doneness is reached, rotating the dish 1/4 turn every 1-2 minutes.
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Drain any excess grease from the patties.
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In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, and ketchup until well blended.
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Warm hamburger buns slightly.
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Divide the sauce mixture evenly onto the buns.
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Top each bun with a meat patty, a tomato slice, chilled onion slices, and shredded lettuce.
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Serve immediately, optionally garnished with alfalfa or radish sprouts.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 87.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5.8g9%
- Saturated Fat 3.6g18%
- Cholesterol 15.9mg6%
- Sodium 10.2mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 8.4g3%
- Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
- Sugars 4.5g
- Protein 1.5g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
