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Brisket Burger

A juicy, deeply flavorful brisket burger seared to perfection and tucked into a toasted brioche bun with melty cheese and simple toppings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 780 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb ground beef brisket (about 80% lean / 20% fat)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese
  • 4 pieces brioche burger buns, split
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 leaves green leaf lettuce
  • 1 large tomato, sliced
  • 0.5 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 2 tsp yellow mustard

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, gently add the ground beef brisket, breaking it up slightly with your fingers without compressing it too much.
  • Sprinkle the kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder evenly over the brisket.
  • Drizzle the Worcestershire sauce over the seasoned meat.
  • Using your hands, gently fold the seasonings and Worcestershire sauce into the brisket just until combined, being careful not to overmix so the burgers stay tender.
  • Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and lightly shape each portion into a patty about 3/4 inch thick, slightly wider than your brioche buns.
  • Using your thumb, press a shallow indentation into the center of each patty to help them cook evenly and prevent doming.
  • Place the shaped patties on a plate or tray, cover, and refrigerate for about 10 minutes while you prepare the other components.
  • Split the brioche burger buns and spread the cut sides with the softened unsalted butter.
  • Wash and pat dry the green leaf lettuce, slice the tomato into rounds, and thinly slice the red onion if not already prepared.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, ketchup, and yellow mustard until smooth to make a simple burger sauce, then set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and add the olive oil, swirling to coat the surface.
  • When the oil is hot and shimmering, place the brisket patties in the pan, indentation side up, leaving a little space between each one.
  • Cook the patties without moving them for about 4 to 5 minutes, until the bottoms are well browned and a crust has formed.
  • Flip the patties and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes for medium doneness, or until they reach your preferred internal temperature.
  • During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty, cover the pan, and let the cheese melt.
  • While the cheese is melting, place the buttered brioche buns cut-side down in another skillet or on the edge of the pan to toast for 1 to 2 minutes, until golden.
  • Transfer the toasted bun bottoms to serving plates and spread each with about 1 tablespoon of the burger sauce.
  • Top each sauced bun bottom with a leaf of green lettuce, a slice or two of tomato, and a few slices of red onion.
  • Place a hot, cheesy brisket patty on top of the vegetables on each bun.
  • Spread a little of the remaining burger sauce on the cut side of the top buns if desired, then cap each burger and serve immediately while hot and juicy.