Ultimate Mushroom Burger with Garlic & Herbs

Ultimate Mushroom Burger with Garlic & Herbs
mushroom burger

Mushroom Burger

The Mighty Mushroom Burger: How Mushrooms Make a Juicy, Flavor-Packed, and Surprisingly Healthy Burger
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ lbs mushrooms cremini or a cremini/shiitake mix works best, finely chopped
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg or flax egg for vegan
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or Worcestershire
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • Optional: ¼ cup grated Parmesan

Method
 

  1. Sauté the Mushrooms
  2. Heat a pan over medium-high and add oil. Cook the mushrooms until all liquid evaporates—about 8–10 minutes. You want the pan almost dry and the mushrooms lightly browned.
  3. Add the Aromatics
  4. Add onions and garlic. Cook 3–4 more minutes until fragrant.
  5. Mix the Patty Base
  6. Combine the mushroom mixture with panko, egg, soy sauce, paprika, salt, pepper, thyme, and Parmesan if using. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  7. Form and Chill the Patties
  8. Shape into 4 patties and refrigerate at least 20 minutes. This helps them firm up.
  9. Cook
  10. Pan-fry in a little oil until crisp and browned on both sides, about 4–5 minutes per side. They can also be baked or grilled.
  11. Assemble and Enjoy
  12. Top with your favorite burger fixings. The earthy flavor of mushrooms pairs beautifully with cheddar, gouda, Swiss, caramelized onions, or a tangy aioli.

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