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Blended Mushroom Burgers

Blended Mushroom Burgers

  • Author: Charmian Christie
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 burgers 1x
  • Category: Beef
  • Method: Easy

Description

Finely chopped mushrooms not only extend the meat, they add moisture, fibre, and nutrients to a burger. These are minimally spiced, so add whatever flavours you prefer. Just keep the meat to mushroom ratio at 2 parts to 1.


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Ingredients

1/2 pound (250 g) mushrooms*, quartered
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 pound (500 g) lean ground beef
1 tablespoon (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce**
1 large egg
Fine sea salt


Instructions

In a food processor fitted with a blade, chop the mushrooms in 2-second pulses until they resemble couscous. Alternatively, you can chop the mushrooms by hand.

In a non-stick skillet, over medium-high heat, cook the mushrooms and onions until they are soft and their moisture is gone, about 6 to 8 minutes.  Add the garlic and cook 1 more minute. Set aside to cool.

In a large bowl, combine the beef, mushroom mixture, Worcestershire sauce and egg until blended. Divide mixture into 6 equal portions, form into balls, being careful not to compact the mixture. Gently flatten to between 3/4 inch and 1 inch (2 cm to 2.5 cm). Using your thumb or a spoon, create an indentation in the centre of the burger. Refrigerate until ready to cook.

Slightly salt the burgers on both sides just before cooking. On the stovetop using a skillet over medium-high heat, or over a barbecue grill using direct flame, cook burgers until internal temperature reaches  160°F (71°C), about 5 minutes per side, flipping once. Transfer patties to a platter and allow to rest 5 minutes before placing on bun and garnishing with desired toppings.


Notes

* Don’t buy fancy mushrooms for this. Regular white mushrooms work well.

** Some brands of Worcestershire sauce are gluten-free. Some are not. Check the label if gluten is an issue. You can omit this ingredient.

Keywords: beef, mushrooms, burgers, easy