Irish Pub Burger Recipe
This Irish Pub Burger Recipe brings authentic pub flavors to your kitchen. Traditional Irish pubs serve hearty, satisfying burgers with rich ingredients.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Cast iron skillet
- Spatula
- Measuring cups
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20
- 4 burger buns
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 strips bacon
- 2 large onions sliced
- 2 tbsp Irish butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Season ground beef with salt and pepper.
- Add garlic powder and thyme leaves.
- Mix ingredients gently with clean hands.
- Form four equal patties carefully.
- Make small indents in centers.
- Cook bacon until crispy golden brown.
- Remove bacon and drain fat.
- Sauté onions in remaining bacon fat.
- Cook onions until caramelized completely.
- Heat cast iron skillet over medium heat.
- Add Irish butter to hot pan.
- Cook patties 4 minutes per side.
- Add cheese during final minute.
- Toast buns lightly in pan.
- Assemble burgers with all toppings.
Notes
- Use 80/20 ground beef for best flavor and juiciness
- Don't overwork the meat when forming patties
- Cook onions slowly for perfect caramelization
- Rest patties 2 minutes before serving
- Toast buns for better texture and taste