Lum's Ollieburger

Experience the juicy, flavor-packed delight of Lum's Ollieburger, a legendary recipe that brings retro flair to your kitchen. This marinated hamburger sensation starts with a rich blend of spices, including paprika, garlic powder, and celery salt, mixed into a savory bouillon-based marinade that infuses every bite with bold, umami flavor. The 80/20 ground beef patties are tenderized and deeply seasoned as they rest in the marinade, ensuring an unforgettable taste. Grilled or skillet-cooked to juicy perfection, these burgers are served on buttery toasted buns with optional melted cheese and classic toppings like lettuce, tomato, and pickles. Perfect for any burger lover, Lum's Ollieburger is a nostalgic twist on a classic that’s easy to make and guaranteed to impress at your next cookout.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 mix preferred)
• 1 cup water
• 2 pieces beef bouillon cubes
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon celery salt
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 pieces hamburger buns
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 slices sliced cheese (optional)
• 1 as needed lettuce, tomato, pickles (optional toppings)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine water and beef bouillon cubes. Heat over medium flame, stirring until the bouillon cubes are dissolved.

Step 2

Add paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, celery salt, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well to combine the marinade ingredients.

Step 3

Allow the marinade mixture to cool completely to room temperature.

Step 4

Place the ground beef in a bowl and pour the cooled marinade over it. Gently mix the marinade into the meat using your hands, being careful not to overwork the beef.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Preheat a skillet or grill to medium-high heat. While heating, form the marinated beef into 4 even patties, about ¾-inch thick.

Step 7

Lightly butter the inside of the hamburger buns and toast them on the grill or in a skillet until golden brown. Set aside.

Step 8

Cook the burger patties in the skillet or on the grill for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired doneness. If using cheese, add a slice on top of each patty during the last minute of cooking and cover to melt.

Step 9

Assemble the burgers by placing each patty on the toasted bun bottoms. Top with optional lettuce, tomato, pickles, or your preferred toppings. Add the bun tops.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Lum's Ollieburgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1362.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2702.9

Total Fat 204.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 89.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 633.2mg	0%
Sodium 6178.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.5g	0%
Total Sugars 4.2g
Protein 197.2g	0%

Vitamin D 63.8IU	0%
Calcium 806.2mg	0%
Iron 19.2mg	0%
Potassium 2176.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.1%

Protein: 27.0%

Carbs: 10.0%