Oklahoma Onion Burgers (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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4 potato buns.
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4 slices of American cheese.
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
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1 tablespoon of canola oil.
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2 medium onions, cut very thin.
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
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1 pound of ground beef.
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3/4 teaspoon kosher salt.
# Instructions:
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Using a sharp knife or a slicer, cut onions as thin as possible and try to keep them uniform for even cooking.
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Split the ground beef into four pieces, each weighing 4 ounces, then gently shape them into loose balls.
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Place a large cast iron pan or griddle on medium-high heat and let it warm up really well—takes about 2 minutes.
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Drizzle canola oil onto the heated pan and spread it out so it evenly coats the surface.
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Pop the balls of beef onto the hot pan and firmly press down with a spatula to make very thin patties.
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As soon as the patties are flattened, sprinkle them with a mix of salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
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Pile about 1/2 cup of those sliced onions on top of each patty, letting some spill onto the pan.
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Leave the patties alone for 2 minutes so they form a nice, dark crust at the bottom.
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Carefully flip each patty, scraping up any crunchy bits, and press them back on top of the burgers.
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Put the buns, cut side facing down, directly on the patties to steam for a minute.
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Take the buns off and lay the cheese slices on top of the patties as they finish cooking.
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Move the patties to your buns once the cheese has fully melted and the meat's cooked how you want it.
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Scoop up the rest of the onions from the pan and pile them onto the burgers before serving.
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Eat while everything's still warm and gooey from the cheese.
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If you want, toss on some condiments, but usually, these are served plain to let the onion taste stand out.
# Notes:
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Found in specific regions.
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Uses simple, basic ingredients.
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Quick and easy to prepare.
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Time-tested cooking style.