Hambagu (Japanese Hamburg Steak)

Ingredients

• 1 large onion (finely diced)
• 3 tbsp oil (divided)
• 340 g ground beef & lamb mixture (ratio of 3:1)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg powder
• 5 tbsp panko
• 4 tbsp milk
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp butter
• 3 tbsp ketchup
• 3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 3 tbsp grape juice or beef stock
• 3 tbsp water

Instructions

1. 1

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2. 2

   Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large pan over medium heat, add onion, sauté until tender & translucent.

3. 3

   Transfer to a large bowl & let it cool.

4. 4

   Add the rest of the ingredients, mix with hands & knead mixture until it becomes sticky.

5. 5

   Divide meat mixture into 4 equal portions, form into round shaped patties, cover & keep in the fridge for at least 30 mins before cooking.

6. 6

   In a large pan, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium heat, place patties gently, cook until they brown on the bottom (abt 3 mins) flip over & cook for another 3 mins.

7. 7

   Add 3 tbsp grape juice into the pan, reduce heat to low, cover & cook for 5-7 mins to thoroughly cook the inside (adjust cooking time depending on thickness)

8. 8

   Uncover, increase heat to medium to let moisture evaporate & remove from heat.

9. 9

   Combine all the ingredients for the sauce in a small pot, bring to a boil, lower heat & cook until it thickens or reaches desired consistency.

10. 10

    To assemble, place patties on rice, drizzle a generous amount of sauce & serve with a side salad of choice plus miso soup (optional)