Ingredients
1 lb (450g) ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 egg
1 slice stale white bread (or ½ cup breadcrumbs)
¼ cup milk
1 tsp mustard (Dijon or yellow)
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp marjoram (optional)
1 tbsp parsley, chopped
2 tbsp oil or butter (for frying)
Instructions
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Soak the bread in milk for 5 minutes, then squeeze and crumble.
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In a bowl, combine beef, soaked bread, onion, garlic, egg, mustard, and spices. Mix just until combined.
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Shape into 4–6 patties, about ½ inch thick.
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Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry patties 4–5 minutes per side or until golden and cooked through.
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Serve warm with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the meat for tender patties.
- You can swap in breadcrumbs for the bread-soaking method.
- Freeze extras raw or cooked for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: European-Inspired
- Diet: Halal
