Ultimate Homemade Burger
A classic and customizable burger recipe that's easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the burger patties
- 1 lb ground beef Use 80/20 ground beef for the best flavor and juiciness.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
For assembly
- 4 pieces hamburger buns
- Lettuce leaves For topping
- Tomato slices For topping
- Cheese slices (optional) Add during grilling if desired.
- Ketchup For topping
- Mustard For topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, mix the ground beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Shape the mixture into 4 equally sized patties.
Cooking
- Grill the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until desired doneness.
- During the last minute of grilling, add cheese slices on top of the patties if using.
- Toast the hamburger buns on the grill for about 1 minute.
Assembly
- Assemble the burgers by placing a patty on each bun and topping with lettuce, tomato, ketchup, and mustard.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For a complete meal, serve with crispy fries or coleslaw. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.