Best 2 Barley Beef Burgers Recipes

Calling all beef burger lovers! Take your taste buds on a culinary adventure with our irresistible barley beef burgers, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your senses. These burgers are not just any ordinary patties; they're crafted with a unique blend of ground beef and barley, resulting in a texture that's both tender and satisfyingly chewy. Each bite is a delightful dance of savory beef and nutty barley, perfectly complemented by a medley of herbs and spices. In this article, we present two tantalizing recipes: the Classic Barley Beef Burger and the Spicy Chipotle Barley Beef Burger. Both recipes promise an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more. Get ready to embark on a burger-licious journey and discover your new favorite comfort food!

Let's cook with our recipes!

BEEF-AND-BARLEY BURGERS

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Whole grains and veggies are the focus in this mostly-meatless patty, but not to worry-ground beef still plays a familiar and satisfying role. To ensure they had a flavor that would be as beefy as ever, we turned the volume up by adding a little soy sauce to the mixture and topped it all off with a shmear of creamy Dijonnaise.

Provided by Greg Lofts

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes Ground Beef Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups cooked barley or barley blend
10 ounces ground beef (85 percent lean)
1 cup grated carrots (from about 2)
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger (from a 1-inch piece)
4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups packed baby arugula
1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
Dijonnaise
Soft onion rolls, split

Steps:

Pulse half of cooked barley in a food processor until mashed. Transfer to a bowl with beef, carrots, ginger, remaining barley, soy sauce, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; stir to combine (do not overmix). Divide into 4 portions; form into 4 1/2-inch round patties.
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. When it shimmers, add patties in a single layer and cook, flipping once, until browned on both sides and just cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes total. (If necessary, cook in two batches.)
Toss arugula and cucumber with remaining 1 teaspoon oil; season with salt and pepper. Spread Dijonnaise onto split sides of rolls. Sandwich patties and arugula mixture with rolls; serve immediately.

BARLEY BEEF BURGERS

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Barley adds another dimension to an old-fashioned hamburger. My husband and I really enjoy these juicy patties with onion and barbecue sauce mixed right in. -Rosella Peters, Gull Lake, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 cup water
1/4 cup quick-cooking barley
1/2 small onion, halved
1 tablespoon barbecue sauce
1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound lean ground beef
2 hamburger buns, split
Optional toppings: lettuce leaves, tomato slices and onion slices

Steps:

In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in barley. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 8-10 minutes or until barley is tender. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Cool slightly. , Place onion and barley in a food processor; process until finely chopped. Remove to a bowl; stir in barbecue sauce, flour, salt and pepper. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into two 1/2-in. thick patties., Grill, covered, over medium heat 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Serve on buns with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 625mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

Choose the right barley: Use hulled barley for a chewy texture and pearled barley for a softer texture.

Soak the barley: Soaking the barley overnight or for at least 4 hours will help it cook more evenly.

Use a food processor: A food processor will help you quickly and easily chop the barley and other ingredients.

Season the burgers well: Don't be afraid to add plenty of seasonings to the burgers, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Cook the burgers over medium heat: Cooking the burgers over medium heat will help them cook evenly without burning.

Don't overcook the burgers: Overcooking the burgers will make them dry and tough.

Serve the burgers immediately: The burgers are best served immediately after they are cooked.

Conclusion:

Barley beef burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. They are packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and they are also low in fat. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy barley, give these burgers a try. You won't be disappointed!