Japanese Hamburg Steak

A delightful fusion of savory ground beef and pork, seasoned and served with a rich sauce, this Japanese classic is perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 12

Total Time 42

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the patties

1 lb ground beef Use a mix of fatty and lean cuts for juiciness.
1/2 lb ground pork Adds depth to the flavor, can be adjusted according to preference.
1/2 cup breadcrumbs Use plain or seasoned according to taste.
1/4 cup milk
1 large egg Acts as a binder.
1/2 cup finely chopped onion Can use yellow or white onion.
Salt and pepper to taste

For the sauce

2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

For cooking

2 tablespoons olive oil For frying the patties.

For serving

Rice For serving alongside the steak.
Steamed vegetables Choose seasonal vegetables.

Method

Preparation

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, finely chopped onion, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt, pepper, soy sauce, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix together until well combined.
Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them into thick oval patties.

Cooking

Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Place the patties in the pan and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
While cooking, prepare a quick pan sauce using the remaining juices by adding a little extra soy sauce, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce.

Serving

Plate the cooked patties alongside rice and steamed vegetables. Drizzle the sauce over the Hamburg steak.
Savor the flavors and enjoy your homemade Japanese Hamburg steak.

Notes

Avoid overmixing the meat to prevent tough patties. Chill the mixture for about 30 minutes for firmer patties. Explore creative variations like mushroom sauce or cheese-stuffed hamburgers.