Irish Pub Burger
This hearty and flavor-packed Irish Pub Burger is the ultimate comfort food. Juicy beef patties are topped with sharp cheddar, crispy bacon, and Guinness-caramelized onions, all finished with a tangy sour cream-Dijon sauce. Served on a toasted brioche bun, it’s a pub-style masterpiece that brings rich, satisfying flavors in every bite.
Servings: 4
Calories: 690kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef 80/20 blend recommended
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 large onion sliced
- ½ cup Irish stout such as Guinness
- ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese grated
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 brioche burger buns
- Butter for toasting buns
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Sauté the onions: Remove excess grease from the skillet, leaving just enough to coat the bottom. Add the sliced onions and cook over medium heat until caramelized, about 10–15 minutes. Pour in the Irish stout and simmer until reduced by half. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Make the patties: In a bowl, mix the ground beef with Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Form into 4 equal patties, slightly larger than the buns.
- Cook the burgers: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 3–4 minutes per side, or until desired doneness. In the last minute, top each patty with cheddar and cover briefly to melt.
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt.
- Toast the buns: Butter the insides of the buns and toast them in a pan until golden brown.
- Assemble the burgers: Place the cheesy patty on the bottom bun, then layer with caramelized onions, 2 slices of bacon, and a spoonful of the sour cream-Dijon sauce. Top with the other half of the bun.
- Serve: Serve immediately with fries or chips and a cold pint, if desired.