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Japanese Hamburg

A juicy, tender patty packed with flavor, served alongside a rich, savory sauce, combining Western comfort and Japanese flair.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 500 g ground beef
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For the sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and chop the onion finely.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, bread crumbs, milk, egg, soy sauce, ketchup, salt, and pepper.
  3. Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Place the patties in the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
  6. While the patties are cooking, mix ketchup, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl.
  7. Once the patties are cooked, remove them from the skillet and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
  8. Top each patty with the prepared sauce before serving.

Notes

These hamburgs can be enjoyed with rice or in a sandwich, making them versatile.