Description

These creamy garlic burgers feature juicy 80/20 ground beef patties topped with a luscious, tangy garlic sauce made from mayonnaise, sour cream, fresh garlic, lemon juice, and dill. Perfectly seared on a skillet and assembled on soft brioche buns, this recipe delivers a deliciously rich yet easy-to-make burger that’s ideal for a quick weeknight meal or casual gathering.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Burgers:

1 lb ground beef (80/20)
Salt and pepper to taste
4 sandwich buns (brioche preferred)

For the Garlic Sauce:

1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
3–4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp dried dill or 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1/4 tsp black pepper

For Cooking:

1 tbsp olive oil or butter

Instructions

Prepare the Patties: Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Season the ground beef with salt and pepper, then gently form it into four equal-sized patties. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to ensure even cooking and to prevent puffing up.
Cook the Burgers: Add olive oil or butter to the hot skillet to coat the surface. Place the patties in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your preferred doneness. Once cooked, remove the patties and let them rest for a few minutes to retain their juices.
Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, dill, and black pepper. Stir well until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Toast the Buns: While the patties rest, toast the brioche buns. You can do this by placing them cut-side down in the hot skillet for 1-2 minutes until golden brown, or toast them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes.
Assemble the Burgers: Spread a generous layer of the creamy garlic sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Place a rested burger patty on top, add more sauce if desired, and cover with the top bun.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve the creamy garlic burgers immediately while hot, and enjoy the rich, juicy flavors with the easy homemade garlic sauce.

Notes

For leaner burgers, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken, but ensure thorough cooking to 165°F internal temperature.
If avoiding dairy, replace mayonnaise with vegan mayonnaise and sour cream with coconut yogurt or Greek yogurt for a thicker sauce.
If fresh garlic is unavailable, substitute with 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder per clove of garlic needed.
Leftover garlic sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; stir before reuse.
The garlic sauce can be prepared up to 2 days in advance to enhance flavor melding.
Do not overwork the meat when forming patties to keep burgers tender and juicy.
Allow burgers to rest after cooking to maintain juiciness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

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