Everyone has their favorite type of burger. This has become at the top of the list for us.
There are a few tricks to making this the best burger you will ever make, serve, or eat. Grilled to perfection and an amazing mushroom sauce that comes together in about 20 minutes. This is one burger you’ll want to make time and time again! And why not put it over the top with Homemade Hamburger Buns!
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HOW TO MAKE THE BEST-EVER MUSHROOM SWISS BURGER
This burger is not difficult to prepare at all.
After forming our burger patties, we season and marinate them and then get started on the incredible mushroom sauce.
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CHOOSING THE BEST BEEF
Before you get started on the mushroom sauce, let’s get the patties formed and seasoned.
Since this is such a special burger, we recommend using good-quality beef.
EXPERT TIP: Nowadays, ground Wagyu is found in the meat department of most well-stocked supermarkets. Wagyu beef is wonderfully flavored and makes an amazing burger. Grass-fed beef is excellent, too. We go with 85% lean for ideal flavor and juiciness.
We use a metal ring that is 3 inches in diameter to help shape the burger, but you can certainly use your hands. Amp up the flavor profile by seasoning the patties with our Perfect BBQ Rub and then marinating the burgers with a few splashes of Worcestershire sauce on both sides of the patties.
MAKING THE PERFECT MUSHROOM SAUCE
In all honesty, it’s the mushroom sauce for this burger that truly puts it over the top. The mushrooms are perfectly seasoned and the sauce is rich and luxurious.
We start with 1 lb of sliced mushrooms and ¼ cup of chopped onions or shallots. After the mushrooms have started to reduce down, the addition of a good quality red wine deepens the flavor incredibly well.
EXPERT TIP: We love using chopped fresh thyme for the mushroom sauce, but you can also go with dried thyme leaves. If you do, reduce the amount to 1 tsp. Dried basil or oregano would be other suitable options, as well.
Now, it’s time to make a roux.
Simply add 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour to the mushrooms and cook for a couple of minutes.
EXPERT TIP: It’s important to allow the flour to cook in the skillet for at least 2 minutes. By doing this, the flour will be completely incorporated and the flour taste will be eliminated.
FINISHING THE SAUCE
We use beef stock (or broth) to make the sauce. A touch of cream is the final touch to these amazingly delicious mushrooms.
The mushrooms are deep in flavor and the sauce is rich and creamy.
The perfect match to the grilled burgers and Swiss cheese.
While you are putting the finishing touches on the sauce, it’s time to fire up the grill to medium-high heat.
Once the mushrooms are finished, you can keep them warm over very low heat on the stove.
The mushroom sauce can easily be prepared up to a couple of days in advance. Simply reheat over medium heat before serving the mushroom Swiss burgers. We often make the sauce ahead of time and then serve the sauce in a medium-sized slow cooker on warm and let folks serve themselves.
GRILLING THE PATTIES FOR MUSHROOM SWISS BURGERS
Once your grill is nice and hot, it’s time to cook the burgers.
For medium to medium-rare, we recommend cooking the hamburgers for about 5 minutes per side.
EXPERT TIP: Use a spoon, or your fingers, to make an indention in the middle of the top side of each patty. Thick hamburgers tend to bloat as they cook, and often lose the patty shape and become more like softballs of cooked meat. The indention reduces this from happening and helps with even cooking.
These burgers are always such a huge hit whenever we serve them to friends and family. We love to serve them with our Homemade Hamburger Buns!
Let folks pile as much of the mushroom sauce on top of their perfectly cooked burger as they want.
And these mushroom burgers are matched wonderfully with an ice-cold beer or iced tea, and of course our Perfect Homemade French Fries!
PERFECT FOR OUTDOOR BBQs
These burgers are perfect for entertaining, but also for a fun afternoon in the backyard with the family.
If you don’t have access to a grill, you can cook the patties in a hot skillet until cooked to your desired doneness.
This Mushroom Swiss Burger is the ultimate show-stopper of hamburgers. One bite, and you’ll be in burger heaven!
Are you ready to make the best burger in town? Go for it!
And when you do, be sure to take a picture of it, post it on Instagram, and tag @howtofeedaloon and hashtag #howtofeedaloon!
Mushroom Swiss Burger
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Equipment
- Gas or charcoal grill, or indoor grill, or grill pan
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground sirloin divided into 4 patties
- 4 tablespoon Perfect BBQ rub or your favorite seasoning
- 4 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
FOR THE MUSHROOM SAUCE
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
- ¼ cup onion chopped
- 1 tablespoon thyme fresh, chopped
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 lb mushrooms sliced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ cup red wine
- 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef stock or broth
- 2 tablespoon heavy cream
Instructions
PREP THE BURGERS
- Season the patties all over with the BBQ rub and a small sprinkle of salt and pepper. Place in a dish large enough to hold the patties, and sprinkle a few splashes of Worcestershire sauce over both sides of all patties. Cover and place in the refrigerator.
MAKE THE MUSHROOM SAUCE
- Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet or saucepan. Add the butter and swirl the pan until it is melted.
- Add the onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add the chopped thyme and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the mushrooms and ½ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Stir to fully coat the mushrooms.
- Cook until mushrooms are soft and beginning to exude liquid. Add 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce and the red wine (¼ cup) and cook until the liquid has reduced by about half, about another 4 to 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour all over the mushrooms and stir until fully incorporated. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the beef stock and cook, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in the cream. Taste and add more salt, if desired. Keep warm on low heat on the stove.
FINISH OFF THE BURGERS
- While the sauce is coming together, fire up your grill to medium-high heat.
- Place the burgers directly over the heat and grill until desired doneness, about 5 minutes per side for medium to medium-rare.
- Just before the burgers are done, place two slices of cheese on each patty. Also at this time, place the buttered side of all of the buns onto the grill.
- Remove the burgers from the grill once the cheese has melted. Remove the buns once they are nicely toasted and brown around the edges.
- Place burgers on the bottom buns and top with the warmed mushroom sauce. Top with the remaining buns.
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This Mushroom Swiss Burger looks absolutely delicious! I love how you’ve included a video to guide us through the process. Can’t wait to try this recipe at home—perfect for a weekend BBQ. Thanks for sharing!
Rashel Farris says
Family wanted these so I Googled recipes and picked yours…SO GLAD I DID!!! THESE WERE AMAZING!!! Husband said they beat the restaurant ones! Adding this to my recipe box immediately and adding it to my rotation!
Chef’s Kiss!
Kris Longwell says
Rashel!!! We can’t even begin to tell you how happy this makes us! That is our favorite burger to make and we are so so happy you made for you and your hubby and you both loved it!! Thank you so so much for sharing and for the awesome review! That means the world to us! Please stay in touch!! So much more fun and food on the way!
Michelle says
Best Swiss mushroom burger ever! So simple, yet the burger seasonings and the subtle but complex flavor of the mushroom sauce are a perfect blend! This is BETTER than restaurant quality. I like to use brioche buns over standard hamburger buns because it bumps up the “gourmet” scale for me. Thank you so much for this amazing recipe. I’ve made it several times now and it never disappoints. P.S. I choose to cook on a charcoal grill as I feel it enhances the flavor overall.
Kris Longwell says
Michelle! We can’t even begin to express how happy this makes us! We are thrilled you loved the Swiss mushroom burger and it sounds like you prepared them perfectly! Thank you so much for sharing and for the GREAT review. That means the world to us! All the best, Kris & Wesley
me says
amazing
Kris Longwell says
Yay! So so glad you enjoyed the burger! Thanks for letting us know and for the AWESOME (and succinct!) review! Stay in touch! Kris & Wesley
Beckee says
Tasted just like a restaurant! Thank you. (Daughter said “Best Meal we’ve had in 8 years!”)
Kris Longwell says
Beckee!! That is music to our ears!! We are THRILLED you (and especially your daughter) loved the burger so much!! Sounds like you made it perfectly!! Thank you very much for letting us know and for the GREAT review! That means the world to us!! All the best, Kris & Wesley
Tibor says
I made similar bison burger was unbelievable slightly different seasonings rosemary ground,black peppers onion salt,garlic salt,and mushroom swiss cheese no flour,no wine still best ever oh yes lean bison mixed 89% beef red onion carmelized with mushrooms
Kiersten N Ethier says
what red wine is used in the recipe, I asked because I am not a wine drinker so clueless what to pick up.
Kris Longwell says
Hi Kiersten! You could go with an inexpensive Cabernet or Pino Noir. These would both be great choices and easy on the wallet, too. Let us know if you make the burgers and what you think. It’s one of our all-time favorite burgers! Best, Kris & Wesley
Rita says
We made these last night…amazing. I did get a little confused as to when to add the wine and Worcestershire sauce to the mushrooms. Wine is on the list of ingredients for the sauce but not when to use it in the recipe. I was going by the printed version of the recipe but had to revert back to your video so I figured it out. However, in the video, you don’t mention adding Worcestershire sauce to the mushrooms. I just added it at the same time as the wine….seemed to work out just fine. The flavor of the sauce and burgers were amazing. I love, love, love, reading your recipes and watching your videos. You two are so much fun!!! Thanks for making me smile!
Kris Longwell says
Oh my gosh, Rita! Thanks for the heads up! I’ve corrected the recipe card to include the wine. Congrats on making it still work and we’re so so so happy you enjoyed the burger. It’s truly one of our all-time favs!! Thanks for letting us know and thanks for the wonderful review! That means the world to us!! All the best, Kris & Wesley
lana wolsky says
I have tried different recipes for mushroom swiss and have never got the sauce right, this recipe is by far the best I have ever made my husband agrees, I am so glad we came across your recipe if you have tried the mushroom soup recipe you will think what no comparison. Thank You so much for letting me use your comment page so I could let the gentlemen know how good and easy this recipe is. Thank You
Kris Longwell says
Hi Lana! So sorry for the delayed response! We are thrilled you loved our mushroom swiss burger recipe! That is our favorite burger of all time, so we are so happy you enjoyed it, too. Thanks for sharing! That means a lot to us!! Kris & Wesley
Jane says
I haven’t made them yet but can’t wait! Your recipes and photos are outstanding. I’m thrilled I found your website; Keep being brilliant!
Jane
Jane says
I haven’t made them yet but can’t wait! Your recipes and photos are outstanding. I’m thrilled I found your website. Keep being brilliant!
Jane
Kris Longwell says
Hi Jane!! Thank you so much! We are so thrilled you found us and we found you!!! Let us know if you make the burger (or any other recipe from the site) and let us know what you think!! And thanks for the kind words and great review! That means the world to us!!! Stay in touch! All the best, Kris & Wesley