This recipe for Homemade Steakburgers tastes just like a Steak and Shake or Freddy's hamburger. No meat grinder needed!
HOMEMADE STEAKBURGERS
I wasn't sure a really great burger could be made on my stovetop. But if you've ever had a really good homemade steakburger (similar to the ones at Steak & Shake or Freddy's) then you know it is possible! When you grind your own beef, it really enhances the flavor of your burger. And it is not hard to do at all. You don't need even need to own a meat grinder. All you need is a couple of different types of meat (easily found at your local supermarket) and a food processor! Try these with HOMEMADE FRENCH FRIES for an unbelievable meal!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
I don't recommend grilling these burgers only because the meat is so loosely packed that they tend to fall apart on the grill when you go to flip it. I would only grill if you have a flat top griddle that you can place on top of the grate (and make sure you’ll be able to get it super hot.)
Absolutely! If you make them thinner, you can probably get about 6 hamburgers out of this recipe. Sometimes we like them thick and sometimes we like them super thin. Just watch your cooking time.
In general, it is usually good to bring most meats to room temperature before cooking. However, in this case, because the meat is loosely packed, we want to keep it chilled so it doesn't fall apart during the cooking process. It's all worth it - trust me!
Raw leftover hamburger patties can be frozen. Place a piece of parchment paper between patties (so they don't stick) and place in a freezer safe airtight ziptop bag. Cooked hamburgers can be stored in the refrigerator (in a airtight container) for up to 3 days.
INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (FULL RECIPE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE POST)
- sirloin steak
- boneless short ribs
- brioche hamburger buns
- butter
- vegetable oil
- kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
- American cheese
HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE STEAKBURGERS:
Cut meat into one inch cubes. Layer the chunks on a sheet pan and put them in the freezer to chill for about 15-20 minutes (this will make the meat easier to grind in your processor.) The meat should be firm but not completely frozen.
Grind the meat cubes in a food processor in two batches. Just pulse the meat about 10 times for about one second for each pulse.
Meat should look ground but not pulverized. Take any little stringy bits of fat out at this time also.
Shape patties on the same sheet pan. Don't handle the meat too much. This will make it tough. You don’t want the patties to be too tightly packed (this is what gives it all those delicious nooks and crannies those diner burgers have for the cheese to melt into). Once shaped, stick them in the fridge while you prep your buns and frying pan.
Toast the buns by spreading on a little butter.
Putting them under the broiler or toasting them in a pan on stove top. Keep a close eye on them so they don't burn. Set them aside once toasted.
Start heating about a teaspoon or two of vegetable oil in your frying pan. You want to get it good and hot (until it just starts to smoke). Get the burgers out of the refrigerator and liberally salt and pepper both sides.
Using a spatula, transfer hamburgers to hot skillet (don’t overload the pan, just 2-3 burgers at a time depending on the size of your pan). Be careful of popping oil! Cook them for 3 minutes (do not move them – just let them cook!) After 3 minutes, flip them over and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes (depending on thickness.)
Add cheese and let it melt and then transfer the burgers to your hamburger buns.
The only thing we add is HOMEMADE KETCHUP and mustard but feel free to add whatever toppings you choose. But trust me, you don't want to drown out the flavor of this meat! Want to make it extra special? Serve these with some HOMEMADE FRENCH FRIEShttps://www.thecountrycook.net/the-best-homemade-french-fries/!
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HOMEMADE STEAKBURGERS
Ingredients
- 8 oz sirloin steak
- 8 oz boneless short ribs
- 4 brioche hamburger buns
- 2 tablespoons butter for toasting buns
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 slices American cheese
Instructions
- Cut meat into one inch cubes. Layer the chunks on a sheet pan and put them in the freezer to chill for about 15-20 minutes (this will make the meat easier to grind in your processor.) The meat should be firm but not completely frozen.
- When meat is ready, grind it up in a food processor in two batches. Just pulse the meat about 10 times for about one second for each pulse. Meat should look ground but not pulverized. Take any little stringy bits of fat out at this time also.
- Shape the patties onto the same sheet pan used earlier. Don't handle the meat too much. This will make it tough. You don’t want the patties to be too tightly packed (this is what gives it all those delicious nooks and crannies.)
- Once shaped, stick them in the fridge while you prep your buns and frying pan.
- Toast the buns by spreading on a little butter and putting them under the broiler or toasting them in a pan on stove top. Keep an eye so they don't burn. Once brwon, remove and set aside.
- Back to the burgers: heat up about a teaspoon or two of vegetable oil in a large frying pan (I like cast iron for this.) You want to get it good and hot (until it just starts to smoke).
- Get the burgers out of the refrigerator and liberally salt and pepper both sides.
- Using a spatula, transfer hamburgers to hot skillet (don’t overload the pan, just 2-3 burgers at a time depending on the size of your pan). Be careful of popping oil! Cook them for 3 minutes (do not move them – just let them cook!).
- After 3 minutes, flip them over and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes (depending on thickness).
- Add cheese and let it melt and then transfer the burgers to your hamburger buns.
- The only thing we add is ketchup and mustard but feel free to add whatever toppings you choose. But trust me, you don't want to drown out the flavor of this delcious meat!
Notes
- I don't recommend grilling these burgers only because the meat is so loosely packed that they tend to fall apart on the grill. I would only grill if you have a flat top griddle that you can place on top of the grate (and make sure you’ll be able to get it super hot.)
- Patties can be made thinner (depending on personal preference.)
- Raw leftover hamburger patties can be frozen. Place a piece of parchment paper between patties (so they don't stick) and place in a freezer safe airtight ziptop bag. Cooked hamburgers can be stored in the refrigerator (in a airtight container) for up to 3 days.
- Cooking time will depend on how well you look your burgers cooked. The time above is a general time given for a medium doneness.
Nutrition
Original recipe published: March 2011
Updated & republished: August 2021
ColleenB.
Hamburger looks wonderful but no meat is listed in your printable recipe ingredients
ColleenB.~Texas
Only after I printed this out did I notice that you don't have the meats listed in your ingredient section of the printable version of recipe.
Familynano
Hi Brandie! What a nice idea! This meal would make any serviceman right at home. Great pics!
Sophia
This sounds lovely and really tasty. Thank you for sharing this.
Sandra Duvall
That looks delicious. Love mustard and garlic, so I've sure I'd like the mustard aoili. The only word is yum!
Give Peas A Chance
that looks divine!
The Mom Chef
Please be sure to thank your husband for me, ok? I appreciate his service to our country. I am also grateful that you were willing to be alone for all that time while he was deployed. Thank you for that.
I just about started drooling at the thought of both kinds of meat in this burger. How incredible was that! It looks like the perfect meal to me, especially for our home-grown boys that miss this type of fare.
Claire Gallam
Homecooked fries are my favorite, great post!
Melynda
Sharing this great meal on my Wednesday and wandering post! Thanks so much.
whatsfordinneracrossstatelines
How perfect and I've been craving some french fries, they are my weakness. Yes, we all them our gratitude. Sent you some voting love! Hope you have a great rest of the week.
-Gina-
Lindsay
That is one good lookin' all-American meal! The fries look absolutely delicious and nothing like finishing a meal with cheesecake!
Kimberly
That sounds like such a neat program! And those burgers... Girl... They look amazing! I love me some diner style burgers so much!
Kristen
If you opened a diner, I would be a loyal customer! That meal looks amazing.
Tiffanee
My hubby would be in heaven with your MRE. He could eat it everyday. I am also still drooling. There is nothing better than a good cheeseburger and homemade fries. Yum. By the way I love the brown bag idea. So clever and useful.
Pretend Chef
My guy was in the Marines and care packages consisted of cans of refried beans, tortillas, and cheez whiz so he could make tacos! He tells me stories about the MREs and I shutter at the thought. Another thing he thoroughly enjoys now are his half hour showers. Haha! Love what you made and that is such a comfort meal. Thanks to all of our service men and women!
Melynda
Wow, what a great meal. Love the brown bag, I use them in my kitchen for almost everything!
yvette
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I think everyone all over the world would be happy to eat tis delicious looking burger and homemade fries! Nothing like a homemade grounded beef burger.Delicious! x
Ang
Girl, you even ground your own meat! Your so awesome! It really does look like a diner dinner. I bet your club friends were impressed:)
Sandra
Oh Brandy this looks so tasty..I am getting hungry! Homemade rocks!!!
Becky
My son grinds his own meat, so I think that I'll pass this recipe on to him. We love homemade french fries, though.
Leah @ Beyer Beware
These look fantastic. Love the mixing of the two kinds of beef!
Mateja ^_^
I wouldn'y mind being invited to this meal! I never buy frozen fries, my husband dislikes them so much, so we always have homemade frys and the extra work is so rewarding beacuse they are so much more delicious! Thank you for sharing this plate of yummy deliciousness with us 🙂
Veronica Gantley
MRE's never looked so good! Anyone, service person or not would love this meal. They say "as American as apple pie?" You cant get anymore American than a thick juicy burger and fries!
Cheryl and Adam @ pictureperfectmeals.com
There is nothing as good as a good old-fashioned American burger! I had never ground my own meat before & I never thought to do it with a food processor! Duh! This worked beautifully!! So so good! We made your steak burgers & your hand cut fries. Highly Recommend!!!
Lizzy
Brandie, I think I'd get a standing ovation if I made this dinner for my family! The burgers with freshly ground meat sound incredible...and who doesn't like fries? Great post for your cooking club 🙂
Candace
Omygosh Brandie! I want to eat at your house. You grind your own meat?! That is awesome, girl! I could really enjoy one of those burgers and some fries right now. Yum!
Patti
Hi Brandie! What a nice idea! This meal would make any serviceman right at home. Great pics!
thecountrycook
Sprinkled with Flour - you are spot on! I think this tastes very much like a Steak and Shake Burger (something we dearly miss here in Virginia).
Thanks so much everyone for the comments and for taking time out of your busy day to stop by. I really hope you'll give this a try. Grinding your own meat makes a HUGE difference in the taste!
carolinaheartstrings
That hamburger looks wonderful as to the fries. Great job.
Siggy Spice
freshly ground meat?!?! Color me impressed!!!
Valerie
YUM!!! I love homemade fries! They are my favorite! Thanks for sharing!
ravienomnoms
Love this...burgers are always on the menu in my house!
Sprinkled with Flour
I'll have to try this burger recipe, my husband loves Steak and Shake burgers, and I think their process is similar to this. They sounds so yummy!
Gloria
yummy,yummy my son would love this!! gloria
LAS8704
Great idea! Looks delicious too! Nothing like some homemade fries. 🙂 I'll make and post my idea once I make it to the grocery store!
SARAPLICIOUS!
That looks awesome! I think our husbands had the same idea of comfort food for MREs.
Elisabeth
Such a lost "art" as I call it...sigh...virtually no one grinds their own meat at home anymore, but as for homemade fries, I often make sweet potato fries in my oven.
Such a good idea to grind the meat in the food processor. I used to own an actual meat grinder in the seventies, that was a "pain" to clean afterwards.
Your burgers and fries are so yummy, and inviting. Craving for one for lunch, now!
Ashley @ Strawberry Sprinkles
Oh wow these look yummy. I may have to give it a go when I figure out which nozzle is broiler. We have a Belgian Convection oven.
I am also a military spouse. We currently live in Belgium & don't eat out very much so your recipe looks perfect. Thank you for sharing with us.
-Ashley