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RecipesCuisine: American-inspired 25 August 2026 Updated at: 25 August 20261 min read

Homemade Beef Burger Patties with Onion and Parsley

Name: Homemade Beef Burger Patties with Onion and Parsley
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: American-inspired
Ingredients: 300g beef mince; 1/2 small onion, very finely chopped; 2 tbsp finely chopped flat-leaf parsley; 1 tsp onion granules; 1/2 tsp fine salt; 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1 tsp olive or vegetable oil, for the pan; 3 burger buns; Cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles and burger sauce, to serve (optional)

Simple homemade beef burger patties seasoned with onion and parsley, pan-fried until thoroughly cooked and ready for your favourite toppings.

Homemade burger patties need only a handful of ingredients. Beef mince, finely chopped onion and fresh parsley create a simple base that works for quick family meals, informal gatherings or an easy weekend lunch.

Shape the mixture into three patties and cook them in a hot frying pan until browned and thoroughly cooked. Serve in burger buns with cheese, salad, pickles or whichever toppings you enjoy.

Recipe details

Preparation: 10 min
Cooking: 10 min
Serves: 3
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

300g beef mince
1/2 small onion, very finely chopped
2 tbsp finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 tsp onion granules
1/2 tsp fine salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tsp olive or vegetable oil, for the pan
3 burger buns
Cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles and burger sauce, to serve (optional)

Method

Place the beef mince, onion, parsley, onion granules, salt and black pepper in a bowl.
Mix gently until evenly combined, taking care not to overwork the mince.
Divide the mixture into three equal portions and shape into patties of an even thickness. Make a shallow indentation in the centre of each patty so it cooks more evenly.
Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a medium-high heat.
Add the patties and cook for approximately 4-5 minutes on each side. Adjust the heat if they brown too quickly.
Continue cooking until the burgers are thoroughly cooked and steaming hot throughout, with no pink meat remaining. For an accurate check, the centre should reach 70°C for 2 minutes or 75°C for 30 seconds, following Food Standards Agency guidance.
Rest the cooked patties for 2 minutes, then serve in burger buns with your preferred toppings.