Steamed Connecticut Burgers are actually very hard to find in restaurants outside of Connecticut; all the more reason to make them at home! The steaming process helps make the burger extra juicy, almost melt-in-your-mouth tender, and ready to be scooped onto a bun with your favorite burger toppings. These Steamed Connecticut Burgers are an easy, speedy, grill-free way to enjoy a great hamburger at home!
Ingredients
For the burgers:
- 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded, room temperature
- 4 soft hamburger buns
Optional toppings:
- tomatoes, to taste, sliced
- red onion, to taste, sliced
- lettuce leaves, to taste
Directions
Step 1 –Fill a large pot or a large deep skillet with enough water so that it comes up to the bottom of a steamer or a cooling rack with the legs inside the pot or skillet, ensuring the water does not touch it.
Step 2 –Bring the water to a boil.
Step 3 –Mix the ground beef, the Worcestershire sauce, the salt, and the pepper together thoroughly but gently.
Step 4 –Form the meat mixture into four patties.
Step 5 –Using a spatula, place the patties on the steamer or rack and cover the pan.
Step 6 –Let the burgers steam until cooked through, about 7 minutes.
Step 7 –Turn off the burner.
Step 8 –Divide the shredded cheese between the burgers evenly, then quickly close the pan and let them steam again until the cheese is melted, about 2 minutes.
Step 9 –Warm or toast the buns.
Step 10 –Place the steamed burgers on the buns.
Step 11 –Top with the tomatoes, the red onion, and the lettuce and serve!
