Juicy Wagyu Burger
Caramelized Onions and Sunnyside-Up Egg

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Indulge in a gourmet Wagyu beef burger featuring rich bone marrow, sweet caramelized onions, a gooey sunny-side-up egg, and melted cheddar inside a toasted brioche bun.

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This gourmet burger elevates the classic backyard favorite by incorporating finely chopped Wagyu beef bone marrow directly into the patties for unmatched richness and depth of flavor. Enhanced with shallots, dark beer, and a sweet-savory balsamic glaze on the onions, every bite delivers an extraordinary balance of textures from the runny egg yolk to the crisp arugula.

A juicy Wagyu burger cut in half, revealing a medium-rare pink patty, melted cheddar, caramelized onions, and a runny egg yolk.
A juicy Wagyu burger cut in half, revealing a medium-rare pink patty, melted cheddar, caramelized onions, and a runny egg yolk.
Prep40 mins
Cook20 mins
Total1 hr
Yield2 servings
DifficultyMedium
Calories850 kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1Add Beef Bone Marrow
    Chopped beef bone marrow being placed into a metal bowl with minced Wagyu beef.

    Add finely chopped beef bone marrow directly into the bowl containing the minced Wagyu beef to boost the fat aroma, moisture, and overall richness of the burger patties.

    Tip: Ensure the bone marrow is finely chopped so it distributes evenly throughout the minced meat.
  2. 2Chop and Add Shallots
    A pair of gloved hands finely chopping shallots on a green cutting board next to a pile of diced shallots.

    Finely chop the shallots on a cutting board using a chefs knife while wearing protective gloves. Add the chopped shallots to the meat mixture to enhance the onion aroma and texture.

    Tip: Dice the shallots uniformly to ensure consistent flavor distribution in every bite.
  3. 3Add Breadcrumbs and Egg
    A mixing bowl filled with minced beef, chopped shallots, and covered with a layer of yellow breadcrumbs.

    Add a small amount of breadcrumbs and an egg into the mixing bowl with the beef and shallot mixture. These act as binding agents to help hold the patties together.

    Tip: Add the breadcrumbs gradually to avoid making the patty mixture too dense.
  4. 4Pour Dark Beer
    Dark beer being poured from above into the mixing bowl containing minced meat and breadcrumbs.

    Pour a measured amount of dark beer into the mixing bowl over the meat and binders. The dark beer introduces moisture and depth of flavor before mixing everything together thoroughly.

    Tip: Pour in a steady stream to distribute the liquid evenly across the ingredients.
  5. 5Portion and Shape Patties
    A person mixing the meat ingredients in a bowl next to a kitchen scale and various preparation ingredients.

    Thoroughly mix and beat the seasoned beef mixture until firm, then portion and shape it into individual round meat patties weighing about 150 grams each before moving them to the refrigerator.

    Tip: Use a digital kitchen scale to ensure each patty is precisely 150 grams for even cooking times.
  6. 6Sauté the Onions in Butter
    Sliced onions being stir-fried in a stainless-steel pan with melted butter and oil.

    Add the sliced onions into a pan with melted butter and stir-fry evenly to start building the flavor base for the caramelized onions.

    Tip: Ensure the butter is fully melted before adding the onions to prevent sticking and ensure even coating.
  7. 7Season the caramelized onions
    Salt, sugar, and Italian balsamic vinegar being added to the cooking onions in a pan.

    Add salt, sugar, and Italian balsamic vinegar to the cooking onions to build flavor and balance the sweetness.

    Tip: Add the balsamic vinegar gradually to control the acidity.
  8. 8Press and sear the meat patty
    A meat patty being placed on an oiled griddle and pressed flat with a spatula.

    Place a prepared meat patty onto an oiled griddle and press it flat using a spatula to ensure even cooking.

    Tip: Press down firmly once when placing the patty to get a good crust.

Burn It Off

Running
~80 minutes at a vigorous pace (~11 km/h).
Hyrox
~90 minutes of high-intensity functional training.
Pickleball
~2 hours of active competitive play.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can substitute regular ground chuck with an 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio. However, the rich marbling of Wagyu and the added bone marrow provide a unique flavor and moisture level that standard beef will not quite match.
The dark beer introduces subtle malt undertones, adds moisture to the lean-to-fat matrix, and helps tenderize the protein slightly during mixing before it goes into the refrigerator.
Cook the onions over low heat with butter and stir them frequently. Adding the salt and sugar helps draw out the natural moisture early on, while the balsamic vinegar added later controls the browning speed and introduces a wonderful acidity.
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