Slice the yellow onion into 4 large slices keeping the shape of the slices together
Season the onion slices on both sides with salt and pepper
Assemble the burger sauce by combining mayo, ketchup, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, relish, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper in a bowl and mix thoroughly until combined
On a hot griddle over medium high heat, add the slices of onions and cook for 4-5 minutes each side until they have some char
Add a splash of water then cover the onions and let them steam for 3-4 minutes
Take ¼ pound burger balls and smash them down with a burger press or spatula to make thin patties
Season the burger patties with burger seasoning
Flip patties after 3-4 minutes then add a slice of American cheese
Once the onions are soft, add 4 slices of mozzarella cheese directly on the griddle over medium heat
Place each onion on a slice of the cheese and remove after 2 minutes once the cheese is toasted and golden brown
Assemble burger with onion on the bottom, burger sauce, burger patties, more sauce and an onion on top
