Western-style hamburger steak
Japanese hamburger steak, or 'hambagu', is a popular yoshoku (Western-influenced) dish featuring a juicy patty made from a mix of ground beef and pork, often blended with sautéed onions, breadcrumbs, and milk for tenderness. It's typically pan-fried and served with a rich demi-glace or Worcestershire-based sauce, accompanied by sides like rice, corn, and vegetables.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the meat and moderate in fat, with carbs coming mainly from the breading and any accompanying rice or sauce thickeners. A typical serving provides around 400-600 calories, along with iron, B vitamins, and zinc from the beef.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Zinc | 4.2 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.8 µg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 210 mg |
| Potassium | 320 mg |
| Selenium | 18 µg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
Per 1 patty with sauce (approx. 200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, hambagu represents Japan's creative adaptation of Western cuisine into a uniquely local comfort food, often served in family restaurants and home cooking. Nutritionally, the inclusion of onions and breadcrumbs in the patty helps retain moisture, making it a flavorful yet balanced meal that bridges Eastern and Western culinary traditions.
