How to Make Juicy Japanese Hamburger Steak (Hambagu)

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In this video, I'll show you how to make juicy Japanese hamburger steak (hambagu) with a rich, savory sauce in under an hour. You'll learn the secret beef-pork ratio, salt-kneading technique, and pan-frying tricks that guarantee tender, restaurant-quality patties every time! 🖨 PRINT FULL RECIPE: https://sudachirecipes.com/juicy-hamburg-steak-recipe/ 📖 GET MY FREE COOKBOOK: https://sudachi.kit.com/5c166f80ba 🔔 SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://tinyurl.com/b69ed7na ✨My First Printed Cookbook: https://amzn.to/4j512pZ 📌 RECIPE DETAILS: ⏰ Time: 60 mins 👥 Servings: 3 🥕 Ingredients: - 2 tsp unsalted butter - ½ onion finely minced to ~5mm, 100-150g per 300g meat - 4 tbsp panko breadcrumbs or Western breadcrumbs, avoid seasoned types - 3 tbsp whole milk - 200 g ground beef or 50% beef and 50% pork, ~20% fat content recommended - 100 g ground pork - ½ tsp salt 0.8-1.0% of meat weight - ¼ tsp ground black pepper - 1 pinch nutmeg powder optional - ½ tbsp lard optional, use if meat is lean - ½ tbsp cooking oil - 1 tbsp water Hamburger Sauce - 1 tbsp red wine - 2½ tbsp tomato ketchup - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce - ½ tbsp honey - ½ tsp smooth Dijon mustard avoid whole-grain - ½ tsp Japanese soy sauce (koikuchi shoyu) - ⅛ tsp dashi granules - 1 tsp unsalted butter 💡MY RECOMMENDED PANTRY ITEMS, TOOLS & EQUIPMENT⬇️ https://www.amazon.com/shop/sudachirecipes 📖 FULL RECIPE & INSTRUCTIONS WITH TIPS Website: https://sudachirecipes.com/juicy-hamburg-steak-recipe/ Latest Recipes: https://sudachirecipes.com/blog/ iOS App: https://tinyurl.com/mtz9b85r Android App: https://tinyurl.com/5n88bkku ❓ COMMON QUESTIONS Q: Why is my hambagu burnt outside but raw inside? A: This happens when the heat is too high or the patty is too thick. Cook over medium or medium-low heat, cover with a lid, and steam, then let it rest covered. Keep patties around 2 cm thick for even cooking. If it's still red inside, finish gently in a skillet or microwave, but avoid scorching the outside again. Q: Why does my hamburg steak crack while cooking? A: Cracks mean trapped air or weak binding. Pat the mixture between your palms 5-6 times to release air and smooth the seams before cooking. Proper "salt kneading" strengthens the meat so it shrinks evenly. If cracks appear mid-cook, patch them with cheese or press lightly by hand, then cover with sauce to disguise them. Q: Why is my hambagu dry and tough instead of juicy? A: Too little fat or overcooking are the culprits. Use a beef-pork blend or add a panade (breadcrumbs + milk) for tenderness. Don't keep pressing or cooking past doneness. Aim for an internal temperature of 71-75℃ (160-167°F) and then rest it briefly. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 0:19 Sauté the Onions 0:43 Make the Panade 0:59 Choose Your Meat Ratio 1:26 Knead with Salt 1:38 Shape the Patties 2:43 Cook the Hambagu 3:46 Make the Sauce 4:52 Plate & Serve 5:38 Ingredients Recap 🎞️ RELATED VIDEOS YOU MIGHT LIKE https://youtu.be/1e1-pZlCU_g https://youtu.be/2McftbqyplU https://youtu.be/txxwMBFkDm4 🍱 RECOMMENDED JAPANESE RECIPES https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8lncWEfRxGcmFWe2bDA9wLYRlzt8o0tg https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8lncWEfRxGcI0cEWQELxhd6si9tNtVaW https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8lncWEfRxGfY8aneIprLEn8_UbTriF7y https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8lncWEfRxGfT-K_Fv7ba25x7w6eAbgsD -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 👨‍🍳 ABOUT SUDACHI Sudachi (formally known as Sudachi Recipes) is a Japanese cooking media established in 2019 by Yuto Omura (Author of "Japan: The Ultimate Cookbook"). He was born and raised in Japan and lived in the UK for several years. Sudachi is located in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, and aims to share authentic and modern Japanese recipes with the rest of the world. 📱 CONNECT WITH SUDACHI ➤Website: https://sudachirecipes.com ➤Free Cookbook: https://sudachi.kit.com/5c166f80ba ➤Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sudachi.recipes ➤Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/sudachirecipes Music: Ratatouille's Kitchen by Carmen María and Edu Espinal #japanesefood #japaneserecipe #japan #japanesecooking #hamburg #hamburgersteak