Wagyu Ground Beef Recipe
This gourmet burger recipe takes your burger game to the next level with premium Wagyu ground beef. The rich, buttery texture of the Wagyu beef, combined with brioche buns, aged white cheddar, and delicious toppings like caramelized onions and roasted garlic aioli, creates a mouthwatering burger experience.
Equipment
- Cast-iron skillet
- Burger press (optional)
- Meat thermometer (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground Wagyu beef
- 4 brioche burger buns
- 4 slices aged white cheddar cheese
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Caramelized onions optional
- Roasted garlic aioli optional
Instructions
- Divide the ground Wagyu beef into four equal 1/3 lb portions and shape them into patties, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- Season the patties with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter.
- Place the seasoned Wagyu patties into the skillet and cook for 2 minutes on each side for a nice sear.
- Flip the patties, then place a slice of aged white cheddar on each patty. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes more until the burgers are medium-rare and the cheese has melted.
- Assemble the burgers by placing each patty on a brioche bun. Add any desired toppings, such as caramelized onions and roasted garlic aioli.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For a perfect medium-rare burger, aim for an internal temperature of 130-135°F.
Let the burgers rest for 5-10 minutes after cooking to keep them juicy.
Feel free to experiment with different cheese types and toppings to personalize your burger.
Let the burgers rest for 5-10 minutes after cooking to keep them juicy.
Feel free to experiment with different cheese types and toppings to personalize your burger.