Wagyu Beef Burger Recipe

10 minutes

20 minutes

British

10 minutes

2 Burgers

~600 kcal
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Freedown Hills British wagyu beef is renowned for its exceptional marbling, tenderness and depth of flavour, developed through a finishing diet that includes mixed olives. Unlike standard mince, wagyu beef contains a higher level of intramuscular fat, which melts during cooking to create a rich, juicy and flavour-packed burger.
Because of this, seasoning should be minimal. The quality of the wagyu beef should be the focus. This method is designed to deliver a perfectly cooked wagyu beef burger, whether at home or in a professional kitchen.
Our wagyu beef burgers are available for restaurants, butchers and wholesalers across the UK, as well as via Meat Me At Home for at-home delivery.

INGREDIENTS:
2 x 170g Freedown Hills Olive-Fed Wagyu Beef Burgers
1 table spoon Sea salt
1 table spoon of Cracked black pepper
2 brioche buns
METHOD:
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Remove the wagyu beef burger from the fridge and allow it to come to room temperature before cooking. This helps even heat distribution and achieves a better crust.
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Preheat a pan, ideally cast iron, over medium-high heat. Cast iron retains heat well and creates a defined sear.
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Do not add oil. Our wagyu beef has its own rich fat content, so it is unnecessary to oil the pan. The natural fat will render during cooking.
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Place the wagyu beef burger in the hot pan.
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Allow a proper crust to form on the underside by not moving the patty too early.
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Once a crust has formed, flip and repeat on the other side.
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Apply weight and pressure on the top of the patty to help form an even crust.
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Cook until the wagyu beef burger reaches an internal temperature of 70°C. Using a temperature probe ensures accuracy and consistency.
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Remove the wagyu beef burger from the pan
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Allow the burger to rest briefly before assembling.
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Serve in a brioche bun with your chosen accompaniments.
FOR A BACON CHEESEBURGER:
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Add cheese immediately after flipping the burger.
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Add a small amount of water to the pan and cover to create steam.
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Allow the cheese to melt evenly for around one minute.
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Add cooked wagyu beef bacon for additional richness and texture.
OPTIONAL ACCOMPANIMENTS:
Cheese (cheddar, Gruyère, Comté or American cheese slices)
Freedown Hills wagyu beef bacon
Caramelised onions
Your preferred sauce
WHAT MAKES A FREEDOWN HILLS WAGYU BEEF BURGER DIFFERENT?
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Marbling: The fat is evenly distributed throughout the meat, creating consistent texture and flavour.
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Flavour: Olive-fed finishing contributes to a deeper richness and umami profile.
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Texture: Wagyu fat melts at a lower temperature, producing a softer, more tender bite.
PRODUCT INFORMATION:
Freedown Hills Wagyu Beef Burger
INGREDIENTS & COMPOSITION:
99% Olive-Fed F1 British Wagyu Beef
Salt
Cracked black pepper
No fillers. No binders. No unnecessary additions.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION: (per 100g)
Energy: 1185 kJ / 286 kcalFat: 24.3gof which saturated: 8.9gCarbohydrate: <0.1gof which sugars: <0.1gProtein: 16.0gSalt: 0.56g
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS:
Keep frozen at −18°C or below. Once defrosted, keep refrigerated and consume within 24 hours. Do not refreeze