Description
These Corned Beef Burgers with Irish Cheddar Cheese combine savory ground corned beef and beef patties, topped with melted Irish cheddar and tangy sauerkraut. Perfectly pan-seared and broiled for melty cheese and toasted buns, this recipe makes a delicious twist on classic burgers, ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- ½ lb ground corned beef
- 1 lb ground beef
- ¼ cup beef broth
- Dash of hot sauce
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Cooking
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Toppings and Assembly
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
- 4 slices Irish cheddar cheese
- 4 whole wheat buns
- Yellow mustard
Instructions
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground corned beef, ground beef, beef broth, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly combined to ensure the flavors are well distributed.
- Form Patties: Divide the meat mixture into four equal portions, then shape each portion into burger patties about ¾ inch thick for even cooking.
- Heat the Skillet: Place a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Let the oil heat up until shimmering but not smoking.
- Cook the Patties: Place the patties carefully in the hot skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes on one side without moving them, then flip and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest: Remove the cooked patties from the skillet and let them rest on a plate for a few minutes to retain their juices.
- Broil the Cheese: Preheat your oven’s broiler. Arrange each patty on a baking sheet, top with a slice of Irish cheddar cheese, and broil for about 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
- Toast the Buns: Place the whole wheat buns under the broiler for a short time until they are lightly toasted and golden brown.
- Build the Burger: Spread yellow mustard on the bottom half of each bun, place the cheesy patty on top, add a generous spoonful of drained sauerkraut, and cover with the top bun. Serve immediately for best flavor.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure burgers reach an internal temperature of 160°F for safe consumption.
- Drain sauerkraut well to prevent soggy buns.
- For extra heat, add more hot sauce or serve with spicy mustard.
- Allow patties to rest before broiling cheese to keep juices inside the meat.
- Whole wheat buns provide a healthier alternative with added fiber.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop and Broiling
- Cuisine: Irish-American
