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Flying Dutchman Burger

Flying Dutchman Burger: A Flavor-Packed Twist You’ll Love

The Flying Dutchman Burger is a unique, gluten-free twist on the classic burger that uses caramelized onions instead of buns.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Burger
  • 2 large Yellow Onion or sweet onions for added sweetness
  • 1 pound Ground Beef high-fat content beef preferred
  • 4 slices American Cheese or Swiss/cheddar for variation
For Caramelization
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any neutral cooking oil
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce or soy sauce as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Creole Seasoning customizable with homemade blends
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar can replace with honey or maple syrup
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard in a pinch
  • 1 tablespoon Relish or chopped pickle as a substitute
  • to taste Spices (Cayenne, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Smoked Paprika) adjust according to taste

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Flying Dutchman Burger
  1. Slice yellow onions into thick rounds and heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Add olive oil and toss in the onion slices, along with Worcestershire sauce, Creole seasoning, and brown sugar. Cook the onions for about 20 minutes until golden brown and soft.
  2. While the onions caramelize, mix ground beef with Creole seasoning and form into thin patties. Chill patties for 10 minutes.
  3. Raise skillet heat to medium-high and add patties, searing for 2-3 minutes per side until browned.
  4. Place a slice of cheese on each patty just before removing from the skillet, allowing it to melt for 1-2 minutes.
  5. In a bowl, whisk mayonnaise, relish, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and spices until smooth.
  6. Assemble the burger using a caramelized onion round as the base, layer with a cheesy patty, drizzle with sauce, and top with another onion round. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize the burger with different cheeses or add toppings like jalapeños and serve with fries or salad.

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