Description
Savory teriyaki parmesan burgers blend Japanese and American flavors in one mouthwatering creation. Melted american cheese and umami-rich teriyaki sauce elevate this backyard grilling favorite for hungry burger enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 4 burger patties
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
American Cheese and Dairy:
- 4 slices american cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
Teriyaki and Seasoning:
- 1/3 cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
Burger Accompaniments:
- 4 hamburger buns
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Thoroughly combine ground beef, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and grated parmesan cheese in a mixing bowl, ensuring even distribution of seasonings throughout the meat.
- Gently form the seasoned meat mixture into 4 uniform patties, taking care not to overwork the meat to maintain tenderness.
- Preheat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat, brushing the surface with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook the burger patties for approximately 4-5 minutes on each side, aiming for a perfect medium doneness with a golden-brown exterior.
- During the final minute of cooking, generously brush each patty with teriyaki sauce, allowing the sauce to caramelize and create a rich, glossy coating.
- Top each burger with a slice of American cheese and let it melt slightly from the residual heat of the patty.
- While the burgers rest, lightly toast the hamburger buns by spreading butter and placing them cut-side down in the same hot skillet for 1-2 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Assemble the burgers by placing the teriyaki-glazed patties on the toasted buns and sprinkle abundantly with sliced green onions for a fresh, sharp garnish.
- Serve immediately while the burgers are hot and the cheese is perfectly melted, creating a delectable fusion of savory teriyaki and classic burger flavors.
Notes
- Mix meat gently to keep burgers tender and juicy, avoiding overworking which can make them tough and dense.
- Choose ground beef with 80/20 fat content for optimal flavor and moisture, ensuring rich taste and preventing dry patties.
- Experiment with alternative cheese options like provolone or Swiss for different flavor profiles while maintaining creamy melting qualities.
- Create gluten-free version by using lettuce wraps instead of traditional hamburger buns and checking teriyaki sauce ingredients for potential wheat-based additives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 671
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1042 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 109 mg