Karbonader (Lean Beef Patties) with Caramelized Onions
Karbonader (Lean Beef Patties) with Caramelized Onions from Norway. Times were inferred from the source steps.
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- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 3 min
- Total
- 18 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Spice
- No chilli
- Cost
- Weeknight budget$8–16 USD · indicative, not a store price
About
Grate half an onion and set aside. Slice the rest of the onions and fry in butter on low/medium heat until caramelized. ▢ In a bowl, mix together ground beef, grated onion, salt, pepper, nutmeg, potato/corn starch, and water. ▢ Form into a sausage and cut 6 patties.
Ingredients
- Onion2
- Butter15 ml
- Beef454 g
- Salt2½ ml
- Bell pepper2½ ml
- Nutmeg2½ ml
- Cornstarch7.4 ml
- Water50 ml
- Butter2
Scaling multiplies the written quantities. Baking still prefers a scale.
Steps
Step 1
Grate half an onion and set aside. Slice the rest of the onions and fry in butter on low/medium heat until caramelized.
Step 2
▢ In a bowl, mix together ground beef, grated onion, salt, pepper, nutmeg, potato/corn starch, and water. ▢ Form into a sausage and cut 6 patties.
Step 3
Using a knife make a light grid pattern in each patty. ▢ Brown both sides of the karbonader in butter on high heat, then turn down to low heat and fry for another 2 – 3 minutes.
3 minStep 4
▢ Serve the karbonader and onions with potatoes, stewed peas, and brown sauce for dinner, or on a slice of bread for lunch or a snack.
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Substitutions
onion → shallot
Shallots are sweeter. Use the same volume, or a little extra onion if that is what you have.
butter → olive-oil
Use a little less oil than butter. Pastry and laminated doughs are a different problem.
beef → tofu
Marinated tofu or mushrooms can take the savoury role. Label the plate as a vegetarian adaptation.
Tips
- Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
History & culture
Editorial cultural notes have not been written for this imported dish.
Editorial history has not been written for this imported dish.
Inspired by
Provenance: Imported. Initial recipe data sourced from TheMealDB and adapted/reviewed by I Want Some Food. Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
Questions about this recipe
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How long does Karbonader (Lean Beef Patties) with Caramelized Onions take?
18 min all in — 15 min prep, 3 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Medium.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Milk. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Gluten-free, Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Frying pan, Mixing bowl.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at ½ tsp.
What can I use instead?
onion → shallot. Shallots are sweeter. Use the same volume, or a little extra onion if that is what you have. butter → olive-oil. Use a little less oil than butter. Pastry and laminated doughs are a different problem. beef → tofu. Marinated tofu or mushrooms can take the savoury role. Label the plate as a vegetarian adaptation.
Any tips from this recipe?
Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.