Description
A classic American diner burger recipe that combines juicy beef patties with fresh toppings and a soft bun, evoking nostalgia and comfort.
Ingredients
- Ground beef: 1 lb (450 g)
- Hamburger buns: 4
- Lettuce: 4 leaves
- Tomato: 1 large, sliced
- Pickles: 1/2 cup, sliced
- Onions: 1 small, thinly sliced
- Cheese: 4 slices (American or cheddar)
- Ketchup: 1/4 cup
- Mustard: 2 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
Instructions
- Prepare the burger patties by mixing ground beef and dividing it into four equal portions, shaping each into a patty.
- Season the patties with salt and pepper, and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Cook the patties in a skillet or grill over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and add cheese, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Toast the hamburger buns in a separate pan or on the grill until golden brown.
- Assemble the burger starting with the bottom bun, adding lettuce, tomato, the cooked patty with cheese, pickles, onions, ketchup, and mustard.
- Add any optional toppings and serve immediately with fries or a salad.
Notes
- For a juicier burger, use ground beef with 80% lean meat.
- Let the burgers rest after cooking to redistribute juices.
- Experiment with different toppings and sauces for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: diner burger, classic burger, American cuisine, homemade burger