Wagyu Burger
A Wagyu burger is a premium hamburger made using beef from Wagyu cattle, a Japanese breed renowned for its intense marbling of intramuscular fat. The patty is typically seasoned simply to let the rich, buttery flavor of the meat shine, and is often served on a brioche bun with classic toppings like lettuce, tomato, and special sauce. While originating from Japan, the dish has become a global luxury item, especially popular in high-end burger joints and steakhouses.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is very high in fat and protein, with minimal carbohydrates from the bun and toppings. It provides significant amounts of iron, zinc, and B vitamins, but the rich marbling means a single serving can contain over 800 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 850 kcal |
| Protein | 50 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 58 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 950 mg |
| Iron | 6 mg |
| Zinc | 12 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 5 µg |
| Niacin (B3) | 15 mg |
| Phosphorus | 450 mg |
| Selenium | 45 µg |
| Potassium | 600 mg |
| Saturated Fat | 22 g |
Per 1 Wagyu burger (patty ~170g, bun ~80g, with standard condiments) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
What makes Wagyu unique is its exceptionally high degree of marbling, which creates a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a distinctively rich, umami flavor profile. Nutritionally, the fat contains a higher proportion of monounsaturated fatty acids (like oleic acid) compared to other beef, which is considered a healthier fat.
