Hamburger patties with onions and Brussels sprouts

Hamburger patties with onions and Brussels sprouts

“Juicy.” “Flavorful.” “Satisfying." Three things that will pop into your mind when you take a bite of these wonderfully moist keto burgers. Combine them with Brussels sprouts and creamy onions, and you have a perfect keto lunch or dinner.

Hamburger patties with onions and Brussels sprouts

“Juicy.” “Flavorful.” “Satisfying." Three things that will pop into your mind when you take a bite of these wonderfully moist keto burgers. Combine them with Brussels sprouts and creamy onions, and you have a perfect keto lunch or dinner.
USMetric
4 servingservings

Ingredients

Brussel sprouts
  • 1 lb 450 g Brussels sprouts
  • 2 tbsp 2 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper
Burger patties
  • 1 (4 oz.) 1 (110 g) yellow onionyellow onions
  • 1½ lbs 650 g ground beef or ground pork or ground turkey
  • 1 tsp 1 tsp kosher or ground sea salt
  • ¼ tsp ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp 1 tbsp dried oregano or other dried herb of your choice
  • 2 oz. 55 g butter
Gravy
  • 1 (4 oz.) 1 (110 g) yellow onionyellow onions
  • 1 cup 240 ml heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp 2 tbsp butter
  • salt and pepper
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Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Trim and cut the Brussels sprouts in half and place them in a baking dish. Add oil and salt and pepper. Stir and bake in the oven for 20-30 minutes, depending on the size.
  2. Meanwhile, make the patties. Shred the onion coarsely or chop finely. Place in a bowl and add the ground meat and spices. Mix well and form one large patty (or two smaller 'sliders') per serving.
  3. Fry the patties in butter for 5-10 minutes on each side. Turn a couple of times, until thoroughly cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside for later.
  4. Slice the onion for the gravy finely and carefully sauté in butter, in the same pan as the patties, until golden. Pour in the cream and let simmer for a few minutes, until it thickens slightly. Salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Add the patties back in the pan with the gravy. Serve the patties warm with roasted Brussels sprouts.

Tip!

This recipe is very versatile. Make it you own by using different types of ground meat or poultry and add any combination of spices or herbs that you like. The options are endless here, and you’ll love all of them!

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24 comments

  1. Shelley
    Do you have a book?
    Reply: #3
  2. Shelley
    Is instant coffee and tea ok to have?
  3. Peter Biörck Team Diet Doctor
    Hi!

    No, not yet. :)

    Do you have a book?

  4. Nivosoa
    This recipe is a bit confusing to me. How much of the butter do you use to fry the onion? I am not sure that there will be any left in the pan after you add the heavy cream. Please clarify.
    Reply: #20
  5. Richard
    This is my wife's favorite HB Recipe.
    I cook different veggies, Broccoli, Asparagus etc. Anything goes well with the meat and the "gravy".
    I usually use 2 tablespoons of butter to precook the chopped onions prior to mixing with the meat and spices. Then divide into patties.
    Then cook the patties to medium in the same pan.
    Remove meat, leaving all the juices, add another TBSP butter and glaze the sliced onions. Add the Heavy cream plus salt and pepper that turns a nice brown gravy color, return the meat to the pan and finish cooking.
    Fantastic tasting gravy that tastes good on anything. I like to dip the veggies in it.
  6. Lesley
    I made this recipe exactly as stated- it’s fabulous. I’m planning to make it again soon. It’s simple and doesn’t take too long or mess up too many dishes. It’s a winner.
  7. Christen
    I made this for dinner tonight & it was a win win in our household! So good
  8. Pat
    Another recipe we love, made exactly as stated.. delicious meal tonight
  9. Tiffany Duet
    can you use heavy cream instead of heavy whipping cream
    Reply: #10
  10. Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
    Yes, they are generally interchangeable.
  11. Lj
    Is the recipe freezer friendly
    Reply: #12
  12. Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
    The Brussels sprouts might get mushy.
  13. Lj
    Thank you, I don’t mind frozen veg so if I bought fresh by time it’s defrosted would probably be like they was frozen from the start.
    Reply: #16
  14. Marc
    How much is a serving is it 12g for one hamburger?
    Reply: #15
  15. Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor

    How much is a serving is it 12g for one hamburger?

    That is for one whole serving of the burger and the vegetables. If you need a lower carb count you can use a lower carb vegetable or fewer brussels sprouts.

  16. Valerie
    I do not have luck with freezing brussels sprouts! Maybe if you cook them first, then freeze them they would be better.
  17. Susie
    This was unbelievably good. All of it. Everyone asked for more. So tasty. It’s a keeper!
    Reply: #18
  18. Crystal Pullen Team Diet Doctor

    This was unbelievably good. All of it. Everyone asked for more. So tasty. It’s a keeper!

    I am so glad you enjoyed this one!

  19. Phoebe Cronan
    This meal is divine! in a houseful of 5 and I'm the only one eating keto yet they all loved it! Even my husband loved it! said it had a rich taste to it. well worth making and it's a keeper for sure!
    Reply: #21
  20. Phoebe Cronan
    i started with 2 pats of butter and it was plenty. you can always add more if you need to :-)
  21. Kerry Merritt Team Diet Doctor

    This meal is divine! in a houseful of 5 and I'm the only one eating keto yet they all loved it! Even my husband loved it! said it had a rich taste to it. well worth making and it's a keeper for sure!

    This is one of our favorites, too! So glad your family loved it!

  22. dgriffin1
    Doug/Julia Griffin. A very satisfying dish. So good
  23. Adriana
    How come recipe amounts are constantly changing
    Reply: #24
  24. Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor

    How come recipe amounts are constantly changing

    The recipe team updates our recipes as needed to ensure a quality result.

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