Description
A creative twist on the classic cheeseburger using grilled onion rings as a flavorful, low-carb alternative to traditional buns. This Onion Wrapped Flying Dutchman Burger offers juicy, seasoned beef patties topped with melted cheddar cheese, all embraced by charred, softened onion rings for a deliciously unique meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Onion Rings
- 2 large onions, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
For the Burgers
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 slices cheddar cheese (or American cheese)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
- Pickles
- Mustard
- Mayo
Instructions
- Preheat Grill or Skillet: Heat your grill or skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking both the onion rings and beef patties.
- Prepare Onion Rings: Carefully separate the sliced onions into individual rings, selecting the largest rings to use as buns for the burgers.
- Cook Onion Rings: Lightly brush the onion rings with olive oil or butter, then grill or pan-fry them for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they are softened and slightly charred, enhancing their sweetness and adding smoky flavor.
- Form Beef Patties: Shape the ground beef into 4 equal-sized patties and season both sides generously with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook Patties: Place the beef patties on the preheated grill or skillet, cooking each side for 3-4 minutes or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- Melt Cheese: During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar (or American) cheese on each patty, allowing it to melt perfectly over the hot beef.
- Assemble the Burgers: Instead of traditional buns, wrap each cheesy patty with two grilled onion rings—one on the bottom and one on top—to hold everything together.
- Add Toppings & Serve: Optionally add pickles, mustard, or mayo as desired, then serve your Onion Wrapped Flying Dutchman Burgers immediately for the best taste experience.
Notes
- For a keto-friendly option, omit optional toppings like mayo if it contains sugar.
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat for a different twist.
- Using large, thick onion rings is key for structural integrity and flavor.
- Adjust cooking times based on patty thickness and preferred doneness level.
- To reduce smoke, cook onion rings indoors using a skillet over medium heat.
