Hamburger Meal Recipe
American · Main course · 45 min total
A classic homemade hamburger with all the fixings, served with crispy fries and a simple side salad. This recipe delivers juicy, flavorful patties and perfectly seasoned fries for a satisfying meal.
20
min prep
min prep
25
min cook
min cook
4
servings
servings
850
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 tomato slices
- 4 onion slices (optional)
- 4 tbsp ketchup
- 4 tbsp mustard
- 4 large potatoes (for fries)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/4 cup vinaigrette dressing
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat. In a bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Divide into 4 equal portions and shape into patties, slightly larger than the buns.
- Grill or cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side for medium, or until desired doneness. In the last minute, top each patty with a slice of cheese and cover to melt.
- Meanwhile, cut potatoes into thin fries. Toss with olive oil, paprika, and a pinch of salt. Spread on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Toast hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster until lightly browned.
- Assemble burgers: place lettuce, tomato, onion on bottom bun, then patty with cheese, then ketchup and mustard. Top with bun.
- Toss salad greens with vinaigrette. Serve burgers with fries and salad on the side.
Tips
- For juicier patties, make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing.
- Let patties rest for 2-3 minutes after cooking to redistribute juices.
- Fries can be seasoned with salt, pepper, or your favorite spices after baking.
- Leftover patties can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet.
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