Authentic Game Day Burger with Heritage Beef & Crispy Onion Rings

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

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A premium burger featuring slow-cooked heritage beef patty, hand-cut onion rings, and a perfectly balanced sauce that mirrors the precision of an authentic jersey. This American-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs ground heritage beef (80% lean), yellow onions, all-purpose flour for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 620 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz ground heritage beef (80% lean)
2 yellow onions
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 tsp kosher salt
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
3 tbsp mayonnaise
4 sourdough buns

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Instructions

Step 1: Cut onions into 1/4-inch thick rings and toss with 1/2 tsp salt. Let sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture, then pat completely dry with paper towels.
Step 2: Whisk together buttermilk, 1/4 cup flour, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a shallow bowl. Dredge onions in flour mixture, shaking off excess, then dip in buttermilk mixture and return to flour for a double coating.
Step 3: Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry onion rings in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
Step 4: Gently form beef into 4 equal patties (each 3/4 inch thick) and press a small dimple in the center to prevent bulging. Season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt each.
Step 5: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 3 minutes per side for medium doneness, then top with cheese and cook 1 more minute until melted.
Step 6: Mix Dijon mustard and mayonnaise in a small bowl. Spread 1 tbsp sauce on each bun bottom. Place patty on bun, top with onion rings, and add bun top.