Really Easy Beefburgers Recipe
Introduction
These really easy beefburgers are a perfect meal for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun weekend barbecue. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have juicy, flavorful burgers ready in no time. Customize them with your favorite toppings and sauces to suit your taste.
Ingredients
- 500g pack lean minced beef, preferably organic
- 1 tsp mild chilli powder
- 4 slices mild cheddar (optional, for cheeseburgers)
- 4 burger buns
- Choice of lettuce, cucumber, gherkin, tomato, and red onion
- Ketchup or mayonnaise, or both
Instructions
- Step 1: Put the minced beef in a mixing bowl. Sprinkle over the mild chilli powder, and add a little salt and pepper. Mix well using your hands or a fork until the spices are evenly combined.
- Step 2: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a round patty about the same width as your buns. You can press firmly to compact them for easier cooking.
- Step 3: Heat a griddle pan or prepare your barbecue. Cook the burgers for 5 minutes on each side. When turning, be careful as fat may spit.
- Step 4: If making cheeseburgers, place a slice of cheddar on each burger as you flip them over. Allow the cheese to melt while the second side cooks.
- Step 5: Cut the burger buns in half and toast them lightly in a toaster or on the barbecue, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Step 6: Prepare your toppings: separate lettuce leaves, thinly slice tomato, cucumber, and gherkin on a clean board, and finely chop the red onion.
- Step 7: Spread mayonnaise, ketchup, or both on the toasted buns. Add the cooked burger patty, then top with your preferred salad ingredients. Finish with the top half of the bun and enjoy.
Tips & Variations
- Use mild chilli powder to add subtle flavor without too much heat, perfect for all ages.
- Try adding herbs like chopped parsley or thyme to the beef mixture for extra aroma.
- For a twist, swap cheddar for blue cheese or add crispy bacon for more richness.
- Prepare all toppings in advance to assemble burgers quickly when ready to serve.
Storage
Store any leftover cooked burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a pan or microwave until warmed through. Buns are best stored separately to avoid sogginess. Fresh toppings should be used fresh for the best texture and flavor.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use other types of meat for these burgers?
Yes, you can substitute minced beef with minced lamb, turkey, or chicken. Keep in mind cooking times and seasoning may vary slightly.
How can I tell when the burgers are fully cooked?
Cook the burgers until they reach an internal temperature of 71°C (160°F). The juices should run clear and the meat should no longer be pink inside.
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Really Easy Beefburgers Recipe
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
This recipe offers a simple and delicious way to make classic beefburgers at home, flavored with mild chili powder for a subtle kick. Ideal for family meals or casual gatherings, the burgers can be cooked on a griddle or barbecue and customized with your favorite fresh toppings and condiments.
Ingredients
For the Burgers
- 500g pack lean minced beef, preferably organic
- 1 tsp mild chilli powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 slices mild cheddar cheese (optional, for cheeseburgers)
To Serve
- 4 burger buns
- Choice of lettuce leaves
- 1 tomato, thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- Gherkins, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, peeled and finely chopped
- Ketchup or mayonnaise, or both
Instructions
- Flavour the meat: Place the minced beef in a mixing bowl and sprinkle the mild chilli powder along with a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly using your hands or a fork to combine the flavours evenly without making the mixture too spicy.
- Shape into burgers: Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into round patties about the size of the burger buns, pressing firmly to compact the meat. If available, use large presentation rings on a chopping board to form neat patties and then gently lift the rings off, similar to making sandcastles.
- Cook the burgers: Heat a griddle pan or prepare your barbecue for medium-high heat. Cook the burgers for approximately 5 minutes on each side, turning carefully with a metal spatula to avoid breakage and to manage hot fat spitting. If making cheeseburgers, place a slice of cheddar on each patty after flipping them and allow the cheese to melt as the other side cooks.
- Toast the buns: Cut the burger buns in half and warm them lightly in a toaster or on the barbecue until they are slightly toasted but not burnt.
- Prepare the toppings: While cooking the burgers, wash and separate the lettuce into leaves. Using a sharp knife, thinly slice the tomato, cucumber, and gherkins on a separate chopping board from where the meat was prepared. Finely chop the peeled red onion.
- Assemble and serve: Spread mayonnaise, ketchup, or both on the toasted burger buns. Add the cooked burger patty, top with your choice of lettuce, tomato, cucumber, gherkins, and chopped red onion. Place the top half of the bun on and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Using mild chilli powder gives flavour without making the burgers too spicy, suitable for children.
- Compact the patties well to help them hold shape during cooking.
- Use separate cutting boards for raw meat and vegetables to avoid cross-contamination.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on grill or griddle temperature.
- Cheese is optional; you can omit it for plain beefburgers or choose other cheese types for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Western
Keywords: beefburgers, homemade burgers, grilled burgers, easy beef recipe, family meal, barbecue recipe, cheeseburgers
