Ground Beef Patties 2 Ways
I grew up eating a lot of ground beef as a kid. Mainly because it was very economical and so my mom cooked a lot with it. I never saw it as a cheap cut of meat because I loved it so much and to this day I still crave a good ground beef recipe. This happens to be the perfect protein to cook with because it is so versatile. You can change it up a thousand different ways and each time would be completely different. This time around I’m highlighting it in these Ground Beef Patties 2 Ways.
I’m offering this recipe in particular because it’s a good quick and easy option and a great way to use up what you have on hand. Option one, which is the way my mom made them and so my favorite option, is a beef patty with a tomato onion sauce served with rice. So easy. So good. The second option is a “fancier” take and one that I’ll be making again and again. It’s a beef patty with a mushroom gravy, served with roasted potatoes. Again, the point of these quick and easy recipes I’ve been sharing recently is all about using what you have or using the limited ingredients at the store at the moment. Either way you go, you won’t be disappointed.
Ground Beef Patties 2 Ways
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Skillet
- Saucepan
Ingredients
Patties:
- 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef or ground chicken turkey or pork
- 1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Mushroom Gravy:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 pound crimini mushrooms sliced
- 1 small shallot minced
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Kosher salt and coarse ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups beef stock
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives for garnish
Tomato Onion Sauce:
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 medium tomatoes sliced
- 1 small yellow onion sliced
- Kosher salt and coarse ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, salt, pepper, onion, parsley, garlic, paprika and Worcestershire sauce until well incorporated. Do not over-mix or you’ll end up with dry tough beef patties. Divide the mixture evenly into 6 portions, and then shape each portion into a patty about 1/2-inch thick.
- Set a large skillet over medium-high heat with the butter and oil. Once melted, carefully add in two or three patties, depending on the size of your pan. You don’t want to crowd the pan too much or else the meat won’t brown evenly. You’ll most likely have to cook them in batches. Cook patties until a thermometer reads 160°, and juices run clear, 4-5 minutes on each side. Transfer to a plate and tent loosely with a piece of aluminum foil to keep them warm while you continue cooking the rest.
- When the patties are done and while they’re resting, proceed with making either sauce.
- To make the mushroom gravy, wipe out the skillet with a paper towel and set over moderate heat. Add the butter and the mushrooms, stirring often, and cooking until the mushrooms have begun to brown. Season with a pinch of salt, pepper and the fresh thyme. Add the shallot and garlic and cook for another minute or so to soften. Stir in the flour and cook for about 30 seconds. Slowly stir in the stock and cook over low heat until it has thickened. Season with Worcestershire sauce and a large pinch of salt and pepper. Give it a taste and adjust seasoning accordingly. Serve the patties by spooning the gravy over them and garnishing with fresh chives. You can serve with roasted potatoes, mashed potatoes or even rice!
- To make the tomato onion sauce, combine all of the ingredients in a medium saucepan and set over moderate heat. Bring up to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook until the tomatoes and onions have softened and the sauce has reduced and thickened slightly, about 10 minutes. Serve the patties by spooning the sauce over them. You can serve with rice or mashed potatoes! Enjoy!
