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    How to Make Extra "Beefy" Above + Beyond® Burgers

    Published: Apr 18, 2022 · Modified: Feb 7, 2023 by Kelly · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

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    Our favorite Beyond Burger recipe has a few special additions that make it taste even more convincingly "meaty".  And that's why we named it the "Above and Beyond Burger". These veggie burgers are full of extra "beefy" flavor with the pea-protein flavor that this plant-based "meat" is made from taking a back seat.

    And while there's really nothing like the taste of a sizzling hot, all-beef cheeseburger (we love those too), I can honestly say that when we eat this meatless burger version, we don't miss the beef at all (as in, none whatsoever).

    Beyond Burger looking beautifully beefy and cheesy on a platter with twice-fried french fries with a view of a pink gardenia in the background and view out of the window

    What's in Beyond "Beef" "Meat"? 

    The ingredients found in Beyond Burger "meat" or "beef" may sound strange at first glance, but they're all ingredients found in nature. Beyond Burger™ uses: Pea protein isolate, expeller-pressed canola oil, refined coconut oil, water, yeast extract, maltodextrin, natural flavors, gum arabic, sunflower oil, salt, succinic acid, acetic acid, non-GMO modified food starch, cellulose from bamboo, methylcellulose, potato starch, beet juice extract (for color), ascorbic acid (to maintain color), annatto extract (for color), citrus fruit extract (to maintain quality), and vegetable glycerin.

    Beyond Mince "meat" and burger seasoning ingredients on a cutting board
    Beyond Burger "meat" and burger seasoning ingredients on a cutting board

    Why We Love This Extra Beefy Beyond Meat Burger?

    • It's seasoned with a few special ingredients to make it more convincingly beefy-tasting
    • Ready in 10 minutes or less (burger night has never been easier to pull off)
    • It's good for the environment to eat less beef every once in a while
    • It's an easy recipe for kids to help make
    • It's really delicious

    What Does Beyond Burger "Meat" Taste Like?

    First, let's break down the flavor of Beyond "meat" vs the smell of it. When you first open the package, the pea protein aroma hits you -- and it vaguely reminds me of the faint scent of fingernail polish remover.

    This sounds completely unappealing, I know, but when you season and cook the meat, it takes on a whole new delicious meaty flavor and texture, and the pea protein flavor turns into an almost charbroiled flavor.

    Beyond Meat has a really pleasant chew to it that's reminiscent of the texture of beef, which adds to the overall burger experience.

    a happy face made out of all of the cheeseburger ingredients including the buns for eyes, shredded lettuce for hair, cheese for the nose, grape tomatoes for the mouth, and onions with pickles stacked on top for the ears

    Does Beyond "Meat" Taste Like Real Beef?

    If you're someone who decided to become a vegan or vegetarian to help the planet and you haven't had real meat in years, you'll be excited by how deliciously "beefy" Beyond Meat is.

    If you're someone who eats a little of everything (a mindful omnivore) who's trying to cut down on your beef (or overall meat) consumption, this will totally fill the void and any craving you have for an all-beef burger.

    And for those of you who are diehard meat-lovers and can't live life without the real deal, these burgers may very well be just good enough to hit the spot on occasion. The best way to know if you'll enjoy it is to make your own.

    Beyond Mince "meat" and burger seasoning ingredients on a cutting board

    Extra Delicious Above and Beyond Burger Ingredients 

    This is one of our favorite veggie burger recipes to make. If you're vegan, you'll need to replace the Lea & Perrin's Worcestershire Sauce (which has anchovies in it) with a vegan version or omit it altogether.

    For the Burger Seasoning

    • 1 package of Beyond Mince or Beyond Burger
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder (2g)
    • 1 teaspoon paprika (4g)
    • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (5g)
    • salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
    • 2 homemade potato buns or Martin's Potato Rolls
    • 1 tablespoon of oil (for cooking the burgers)

    For the Burger Toppings and Garnishes

    • cheddar cheese
    • American cheese
    • fried crispy prosciutto or bacon
    • onions
    • smoky quick pickled red onions
    • pickles
    • lettuce
    • tomatoes
    • Smoky Burger Sauce 
    • mustard
    • mayonnaise
    • ketchup

    How to Make Extra Delicious Above and Beyond Veggie Burgers (w/Step-by-Step Recipe Photos)

    There's a reason why both beef lovers and vegetarians love this faux-meat burger -- it's really delicious and easy to cook.  Getting a good sear on the "meat" adds extra flavor and texture, so be sure to get your skillet nice and hot before adding the seasoned patties to cook.

    Mixing the beyond burger seasonings into the beyond meat so it tastes extra beefy.
    A well-seasoned beyond burger patty ready to be cooked.

    Step 1. Season the Beyond mince & form the patties. Add the mince "meat", onion powder, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce to a mixing bowl and mix well using your hands (or a fork) until combined. Form two large patties (or 3 small ones) and press them down to the desired thickness, and set them aside until ready to cook.

    4 toasted homemade potato buns ready to be topped with burger toppings for the best beyond burger.
    Burger sauce, pickles, onions, etc. added to the potato buns ready for the beyond buger meat patty to be added.

    Step 2. Toast the buns. Just before you begin cooking the burgers, butter and toast the buns under the broiler or in a warm skillet until golden brown. Remove them from the oven and add any desired sauces to the bottom bun along with lettuce, pickles, onions, and tomatoes.

    Pan frying two beyond beef burgers in a hot cast iron skillet - the best way to cook beyond burgers for extra flavor.

    Step 3. Cook the burgers. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat in a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet (or other heavy-gauged skillet). Just when the oil starts to smoke, add the burgers, and do not move them once they hit the skillet. Sear the burgers for 3 minutes on the first side, or until golden and the juice starts to pool on top of the patty.

    Flip them over, add the cheese (and cooked bacon or prosciutto if using), and the top bun and cover with a lid to help melt the cheese and steam the bun. Continue cooking for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the burger is cooked through.

    Beyond Cheeseburger with lots of melted cheese on a super squishy homemade potato bun and fries

    Step 4. Assemble the burger. Place the burgers onto the dressed bottom buns and serve with your favorite fries, salad, or potato chips, Enjoy!

    Beyond Cheeseburger with lots of melted cheese on a super squishy homemade potato bun and fries

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    Beyond Cheeseburger with lots of melted cheese on a super squishy homemade potato bun and fries

    How to Make Extra Delicious Beyond Burgers


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    • Author: Kelly
    • Total Time: 8 minutes
    • Yield: 2 large burgers (or 3 small burgers)
    • Diet: Vegetarian
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    Description

    This Beyond Burger recipe has a few special additions that make it even more convincingly "beefy".  And that's why I named it the Above and Beyond Burger. The goal for this burger recipe was to maximize the "meaty" flavor and minimize the pea-protein flavor that this plant-based "meat" is made from. I hope you love this recipe as much as we do!


    Ingredients

    • 1 package of Beyond Mince or Beyond Burger
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder (2g)
    • 1 teaspoon paprika (4g)
    • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (5g)
    • salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
    • 2 homemade potato buns or favorite bun
    • 1 tablespoon of oil (for cooking the burgers)
    optional garnishes
    • 1 slice cheddar cheese
    • 1 slice American cheese
    • fried crispy prosciutto or bacon (optional)
    • onions, sliced
    • 1 recipe smoky quick pickled red onions
    • pickles
    • lettuce, shredded
    • tomatoes, sliced
    • 1 recipe Kelly's Smoky Burger Sauce or favorite condiments
    • mustard
    • mayonnaise
    • ketchup


    Instructions

    1. Season the Beyond Mince & form the patties. Add the mince "meat", onion powder, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce to a mixing bowl and mix well using your hands (or a fork) until combined. Form two large patties (or 3 small ones) and press them down to the desired thickness and set them aside on a plate until ready to cook. 
    2. Toast the buns. Just before you begin cooking the burgers, butter and toast the buns under the broiler or in a warm skillet until golden brown. Remove them from the oven and add any desired sauces to the bottom bun along with lettuce, pickles, onions, and tomatoes. 
    3. Cook the burgers. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat in a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet (or other heavy-gauged skillet). Just when the oil starts to smoke, add the burgers, and do not move them once they hit the skillet. Sear the burgers for 3 minutes on the first side, or until golden and the juice starts to pool on top of the patty. Flip them over, add the cheese (and cooked bacon or prosciutto if using), and the top bun and cover with a lid to help melt the cheese and steam the bun. Continue cooking for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the burger is cooked through. 
    4. Assemble the Burger. Place the burgers onto the dressed bottom buns and serve with your favorite fries, salad, or potato chips, Enjoy!
    • Prep Time: 2 minutes
    • Cook Time: 6 minutes
    • Category: Sandwiches + Panini + Wraps
    • Method: Skillet
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 Burger

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    1. Dhira says

      June 01, 2025 at 10:52 pm

      Fav veg burger recipe!

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      • Kelly says

        June 03, 2025 at 8:41 am

        Dhira! Glad you love it! It makes me so happy when someone really enjoys a recipe (especially as much as we do🤗❤️).

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    2. Luca says

      May 21, 2023 at 5:13 pm

      It tastes like a real burger!

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      • Kelly says

        May 21, 2023 at 5:16 pm

        I'm so glad you enjoyed the recipe! We LOVE this burger so much (we actually eat it more often than real beef now).

        Reply

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