Classic Beef Burger

Ingredients

For 4 servings

• 500 g Ground beef (80% lean)
• 5 g Salt
• 2 g Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 g Garlic powder
• 2 g Onion powder
• 15 ml Worcestershire sauce
• 1 piece Egg
• 30 g Plain breadcrumbs
• 15 ml Olive oil
• 4 piece Brioche buns
• 4 piece Cheddar cheese slices
• 200 g Tomato
• 80 g Red onion
• 4 piece Lettuce leaves
• 40 g Pickles
• 30 g Mayonnaise
• 30 g Ketchup
• 10 g Dijon mustard

Method

1. 1

   Prepare the patty mixture

   In a large bowl, gently combine ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, egg, and breadcrumbs until just mixed; avoid over‑working.

2. 2

   Form the patties

   Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions (≈125 g each) and shape into balls, then flatten to 1.5 cm thickness, making a small indentation in the centre to prevent puffing.

3. 3

   Pre‑heat the pan

   Heat a cast‑iron skillet or heavy frying pan over medium‑high heat; add olive oil and swirl to coat.

4. 4

   Cook the burgers

   Place patties in the hot pan, cooking 4 min on the first side until a dark crust forms, then flip, add a slice of cheddar on each, and cook another 3‑4 min for medium‑rare (or longer to desired doneness).

5. 5

   Toast the buns

   While burgers finish, split brioche buns and toast cut sides in the same pan for 1‑2 min until lightly golden.

6. 6

   Assemble

   Spread mayonnaise on the bottom bun, add lettuce, a burger patty with melted cheese, tomato slice, red onion, pickles, then drizzle ketchup and mustard. Top with the bun crown.

7. 7

   Serve

   Serve immediately with fries or a simple side salad.