Savory Grilled Onion Burger with Caramelized Toppings

Ingredients

• Ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat) (1 pound)
• Garlic powder (1 teaspoon)
• Salt (1 teaspoon)
• Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
• Onion (1 large, thinly sliced)
• Hamburger buns (4)
• Cheese slices (4 (cheddar or american cheese))
• Lettuce (4-8 leaves)
• Tomato (1 large, sliced)
• Ketchup (to taste)
• Mustard (to taste)

Instructions

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat to ensure a good sear on your patties.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Avoid overmixing as this may result in a tougher burger.
3. Divide the beef mixture into four equal portions and form each into a patty. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up during grilling.
4. Place the patties on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. For a medium burger, aim for an internal temperature of approximately 145°F.
5. While the patties are grilling, heat a skillet over medium heat and add the sliced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they are caramelized and golden brown. This should take about 10 minutes.
6. Once the patties are done, transfer them to a plate and let them rest for a few minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a moist and flavorful burger.
7. In the meantime, toast the hamburger buns on the grill for a minute or two, until they are lightly toasted.
8. To assemble the burgers, place a cooked patty on the bottom half of each bun. Top each patty with a cheese slice, a generous helping of caramelized onions, lettuce, tomato slices, ketchup, and mustard.
9. Cover with the top half of the bun, press down gently, and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious homemade grilled onion burger!