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Juicy Homemade Burgers: Easy 30-Minute Recipe for a Perfect Meal
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Juicy Homemade Burgers: Easy 30-Minute Recipe for a Perfect Meal
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Juicy Homemade Burgers: Easy 30-Minute Recipe for a Perfect Meal

Discover how to quickly prepare delicious, juicy homemade burgers that are perfect for any occasion. This straightforward recipe covers everything from seasoning the patties to assembling your ultimate burger with fresh toppings and toasted buns, all ready in about 30 minutes. An ideal choice for a satisfying family dinner.
#Burgers
#Easy Recipe
#Quick Dinner
#Homemade
#Comfort Food
#Family Meal
Perfectly cooked patty with melted cheese
Perfectly cooked patty with melted cheese

Recipe Information

10m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
25m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
American
English
Nutrition (per serving)
650
Calories
35g
Protein
40g
Carbs
40g
Fat
A complete, juicy homemade burger ready to eat
A complete, juicy homemade burger ready to eat

Ingredients

  • Ground Beef
    (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio recommended)

    500 grams
  • Burger Buns
    (Brioche or classic buns)

    4 units
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  • Cheddar Cheese Slices
    (Optional)

    4 units
  • Lettuce Leaves
    (Fresh and crisp)

    4 leaves
  • Tomato

    1 large, sliced
  • Pickles

    1 cup, sliced
  • Red Onion
    (Optional)

    1 medium, thinly sliced
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  • Salt
    (Or to taste)

    1 teaspoon
  • Black Pepper
    (Freshly ground, or to taste)

    1 teaspoon
  • Olive Oil
    (For cooking)

    1 tablespoon
  • Ketchup

    To taste
  • Mustard

    To taste
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  • Mayonnaise

    To taste
Servings: 4
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Fresh ingredients for burger assembly
Fresh ingredients for burger assembly

Instructions

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  • 1

    Gently form the ground beef into 4 equal patties, about 1 inch thick. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
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    Gently form the ground beef into 4 equal patties, about 1 inch thick. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
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    Don't overwork the meat to keep the patties tender.
  • 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place patties in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to desired doneness.
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    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place patties in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to desired doneness.
    8m

    Pressing down on the patties will dry them out. Let them cook undisturbed.
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  • 3

    While patties cook, lightly toast the burger buns, cut side down, in a separate pan or toaster until golden. During the last minute of patty cooking, place a cheese slice on each patty to melt.
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    While patties cook, lightly toast the burger buns, cut side down, in a separate pan or toaster until golden. During the last minute of patty cooking, place a cheese slice on each patty to melt.
    4m

    Toasted buns add a nice texture and prevent sogginess.
  • 4

    Spread desired sauces on the toasted buns. Layer with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and red onion. Place the cooked patty with melted cheese on top, then add the other half of the bun. Serve immediately.
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    Spread desired sauces on the toasted buns. Layer with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and red onion. Place the cooked patty with melted cheese on top, then add the other half of the bun. Serve immediately.
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    Customize your burger with your favorite toppings like bacon or avocado.
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