Description

Hearty, juicy, and stacked with bold flavors, this Irish Pub Burger is everything you’d expect from a cozy pub in the heart of Dublin. Featuring a seasoned beef patty, melted cheese, crispy onions, and a creamy Dijon-mayo sauce, it’s tucked inside a toasted bun and made to satisfy. Whether you’re serving it up for game day, a weekend cookout, or just craving a comforting burger with a twist, this one hits all the right notes.

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Ingredients

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For the Burger Patties:

1 lb ground beef (80/20 for juicy patties)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp Dijon mustard

For the Toppings:

4 slices sharp cheddar or Irish cheddar
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 tbsp butter or oil (for sautéing)
1 cup shredded lettuce
4 slices tomato
4 brioche or potato buns, toasted

For the Pub Sauce:

¼ cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp horseradish (optional)
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Pinch of salt and pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Make the Pub Sauce

In a small bowl, mix together mayo, Dijon, horseradish (if using), Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 2: Prepare the Burger Patties

In a large bowl, combine ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon.
Gently mix and form into 4 equal patties, slightly larger than your buns (they shrink while cooking).
Press a small indent in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent puffing.

Step 3: Sauté the Onions

Heat butter or oil in a small pan over medium heat.
Add onions and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring often, until golden and caramelized.
Set aside.

Step 4: Cook the Burgers

Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook patties for about 3–4 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.
In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar on each patty and cover the pan to melt.

Step 5: Toast the Buns

Toast buns cut-side down on a hot skillet or grill for 1–2 minutes until golden and crisp.

Step 6: Assemble the Burgers

Spread pub sauce on both sides of the toasted buns.
Add a layer of shredded lettuce and tomato to the bottom bun.
Place the cheesy burger patty on top.
Pile on the caramelized onions.
Add the top bun and press down gently. Serve immediately.

Notes

Don’t Overwork the Meat – Mix just until combined to keep the patties tender.
Use Quality Beef – 80/20 ground beef gives the best flavor and juiciness.
Melt the Cheese – Cover the pan after adding cheese for perfect melt.
Toast the Buns – It adds flavor and keeps the buns from getting soggy.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Cuisine: Irish-American