Description
This Beef Stroganoff Burger recipe is a delightful fusion of classic beef stroganoff flavors with the classic American burger. Featuring juicy, well-seasoned ground beef patties topped with sautéed mushrooms and onions, and a creamy, tangy mayonnaise and sour cream sauce, all served on toasted Kaiser rolls with fresh lettuce. Perfect for a gourmet twist on a backyard favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Burgers
- 1 lb 85% lean ground beef
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 1 Tbsp oil
- 3 Tbsp butter, divided
Mushrooms & Onions
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Buns & Garnish
- 4 Kaiser rolls
- Several leaves of lettuce, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Sauce: In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, paprika, and minced garlic. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
- Season Beef: Place the ground beef in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Mix gently to combine without overworking the meat to maintain tenderness.
- Form Patties: Divide the beef into 4 equal portions. Shape each into a tight ball, then flatten into a disc shape, making the center slightly thinner than the edges to ensure even cooking. Set aside.
- Sauté Mushrooms and Onions: Heat oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned, about 5-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat but keep in skillet.
- Cook Burgers: Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the beef patties and cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until deeply seared on one side. Flip and continue cooking for another 4-6 minutes until patties reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). Remove burgers and let them rest on a plate.
- Heat Mushrooms & Onions: Place the skillet with mushrooms and onions back on low heat briefly to warm through.
- Toast Buns: Slice Kaiser rolls in half. Return large skillet to medium heat and melt remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Place buns cut-side down in the pan and toast for about 1 minute until golden. Remove from heat.
- Assemble Burgers: Spread the prepared mayonnaise sauce generously on the inside of each bun half. Layer lettuce on the bottom bun, top with a cooked burger patty, then pile on the warm mushrooms and onions. Cover with the top half of the bun and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use 85% lean ground beef for the best balance of juiciness and flavor.
- Do not overmix the beef to keep the patties tender and juicy.
- Make sure to rest the burgers after cooking to retain juices.
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce.
- For a richer flavor, use unsalted butter when sautéing.
- If you prefer, add sliced Swiss or cheddar cheese on the patties during the last minute of cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure burgers are safely cooked to 160°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Beef Stroganoff Burger, Ground Beef Burger, Mushroom Burger, Creamy Burger Sauce, Easy Burger Recipe
