Becker Burgers
- 10m Prep Time
- 6m Cook Time
- 21m Ready In
4 servings These braised burgers are flavorful, juicy, and tender. Serve on top of whole wheat toast, with the pan juices poured over the burgers.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds ground round or sirloin
- 1 2 tablespoons bacon fat, lard, Clarified Butter, or vegetable oil (opens in new tab)
- Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons port
- Several drops of hot pepper sauce
Let's Prepare
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Gather these ingredients — no prep needed yet.
- 1 ½ pounds ground round or sirloin
- 1 2 tablespoons bacon fat, lard, Clarified Butter, or vegetable oil
- Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons port
- Several drops of hot pepper sauce
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
Divide into 4 equal portions and form each into a patty about ¾ inch thick: 1 ½ pounds ground round or sirloin
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Step 2.
Heat in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat: 2 tablespoons bacon fat, lard, Clarified Butter, or vegetable oil
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Step 3.
Add the patties and cook for 2 minutes. Turn and cook on the other side for 4 minutes for medium-rare. Sprinkle the burgers generously with: Black pepper
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Step 4.
and then: 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons port; Several drops of hot pepper sauce
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Step 5.
Remove the skillet from the heat, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.