Bison Burger Sliders with Caramelized Onions and Sautéed Mushrooms
Bison Burger Sliders with Caramelized Onions and Sautéed Mushrooms
For your next gathering, set out additional toppings, like bacon, pickled vegetables, and slaw, for a do-it-yourself burger bar.
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Yield: 8 SERVINGS
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
Ingredients
Caramelized onions
1 tablespoon unsalted butter1 tablespoon canola oil
2 large yellow onions, halved and thinly sliced
1 ounce rye or bourbon whiskey
Kosher salt
Sautéed mushrooms
1 tablespoon unsalted butter1 tablespoon canola oil
12 ounces cremini mushrooms
3 sprigs fresh thyme
2 medium garlic cloves, minced
Kosher salt
Black pepper
Bison burgers
1 pound ground bison2 teaspoons kosher salt
Vegetable oil
For serving
8 slider burger bunsMayonnaise
2 handfuls baby arugula
Preparation Method
To make onions
- In a medium cast iron pan over medium-high heat, melt butter and oil. Add onions and a pinch of salt; stir to coat.
- Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring every few minutes, until the onions are softened and golden brown, at least 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat, add whiskey, stir to coat, and return to the rangetop. Over medium heat, cook just until the alcohol smell is cooked off; set aside.
To make mushrooms
- In a medium cast iron pan over medium-high heat, melt butter and oil. When oil shimmers, add mushrooms, thyme, and garlic; stir to coat in oil, season with salt and pepper, and cook undisturbed at least 5 minutes.
- Stirring occasionally, cook until the mushrooms have released excess water and turn golden brown, about 5 to 10 minutes more. Remove from heat and set aside.
To make burgers
- Heat griddle to 375°F. In a large bowl, mix bison and salt until well combined.
- Shape into eight ¼-inch patties; brush with vegetable oil. 3. Cook patties until browned on first side, about 1–2 minutes. Flip and cook to desired doneness, about 1–2 minutes more.
- Serve sliders on buns topped with mayonnaise, mushrooms, onions, and arugula.