Minetta Burger

Name: Minetta Burger
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 large yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced; 1/4 cup water; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 2 pounds ground sirloin; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 5 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, thinly sliced; 4 brioche buns, split and toasted; Lettuce, tomato slices and pickles, for serving

9 ingredients

11 steps

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/4 cup water
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 pounds ground sirloin
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
5 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, thinly sliced
4 brioche buns, split and toasted
Lettuce, tomato slices and pickles, for serving

Directions

1

In a large skillet, melt the butter.
2

Add the onion and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until deep golden, about 40 minutes.
3

Add the water and scrape up any browned bits.
4

Cook until the liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes.
5

Season the caramelized onion with salt and pepper; keep warm.
6

Gently shape the sirloin into four 1-inch-thick patties.
7

Season generously with salt and pepper.
8

In a large cast-iron skillet, heat the oil.
9

Cook the burgers over moderately high heat until deep brown outside and medium-rare within, about 6 minutes per side.
10

During the last 2 minutes, top the burgers with the cheese and cover loosely with foil so the cheese melts.
11

Transfer the burgers to the buns, top with the caramelized onion and serve with a side of lettuce, tomato and pickles.