A recipe from Gemo
Classic Beef Burger
A straightforward homemade beef burger with a juicy skillet-seared patty, soft toasted bun, crisp lettuce, tomato, onion, and a simple burger sauce made from familiar condiments.
Method
- 01
Prepare the toppings before cooking: slice the tomatoes, onion, and pickles, and separate the lettuce leaves. Mix 80 g mayonnaise, 40 g ketchup, and 20 g mustard to make a quick burger sauce.
- 02
Divide 650 g ground beef into 4 loose portions and gently shape each into a patty slightly wider than the bun. Press a shallow dimple in the center of each patty, then season both sides with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper just before cooking.
- 03
Heat a large heavy skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon oil. Cook the patties without pressing them, flipping once or twice, until browned outside and the center reaches 71°C for ground beef safety.
⏱ 8 min
- 04
Transfer the patties to a plate to rest briefly. Toast the cut sides of the buns in the same pan until lightly golden so they hold up better to the sauce and juices.
⏱ 2 min
- 05
Spread sauce on the bun bases and tops. Build each burger with lettuce, a beef patty, tomato, onion, and pickles, then close the buns and serve immediately with extra ketchup or mustard if desired.
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