Description
The Flying Dutchman Burgers recipe features juicy double-layered burgers cooked to perfection with caramelized onions and melted American cheese. This classic stovetop method yields flavorful, thin patties that pair wonderfully with a simple burger sauce for an indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Seasoning
- 2 lb. Ground Beef (80% lean / 20% fat)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
Vegetables and Oil
- 2 large onions (sliced into ¼”-½”)
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Pinch Sugar
Cheese and Extras
- 4 Slices American Cheese
- Burger Sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: Add olive oil to a cast iron skillet or griddle and warm it over medium heat to prepare for cooking the onions.
- Caramelize the Onions: Sprinkle a pinch of sugar over the whole sliced onions and place them in the skillet. Cook slowly over medium heat until each side becomes barely caramelized, enhancing their natural sweetness.
- Rest the Onions: Remove the onion rings from the skillet and place them on a cutting board to rest while preparing the hamburgers.
- Season the Beef: Season the ground beef with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, ensuring even distribution of the flavors.
- Form and Cook Patties: Add the hamburger mixture to the hot skillet. Firmly press the patties down to make them thin. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on the first side until browned.
- Flip Patties: Turn the patties over and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side until fully cooked.
- Add Cheese and Stack: Place a slice of American cheese on each patty, then stack one patty on top of the other to create double burgers.
- Assemble with Onions: Place the double patties on top of the first whole caramelized onion ring, then top with the next whole onion ring to create layers of flavor.
- Serve: Serve the assembled Flying Dutchman Burgers hot with burger sauce on the side, if desired, for extra taste.
Notes
- Use a cast iron skillet or griddle for best caramelization and searing.
- Pressing patties thin helps to achieve that classic Flying Dutchman style.
- The pinch of sugar in onions is key to balancing the savory flavors with a hint of sweetness.
- American cheese melts well and adds a creamy texture between the layers.
- Optional burger sauce can be mayonnaise-based or your favorite condiment.
- Ensure not to overcook the patties to keep them juicy.
