Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsBaja Joe'sHamburger Or Cheeseburger Recipe

Hamburger Or Cheeseburger Recipe

Inspired by Baja Joe's
Time30m
Serves2

Make Hamburger Or Cheeseburger Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Burger Assembly

Method

Preparing the Burger Patties

  1. 1

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until just combined; avoid overworking the meat.

  2. 2

    Form the Patties

    Divide the mixture into two equal portions and form each portion into a patty that is about ¾ inch thick. Make a slight indent in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up during cooking.

Cooking the Patties

  1. 3

    Heat the Grill or Skillet

    Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Make sure it's hot before adding the patties.

  2. 4

    Cook the Patties

    Place the patties on the grill or skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until a nice crust forms, then flip the patties.

  3. 5

    Add Cheese (Optional)

    If making a cheeseburger, add a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty after flipping. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the patty reaches your desired doneness.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 6

    Prepare the Buns

    While the patties are cooking, slice the burger buns in half and toast them lightly if desired.

  2. 7

    Assemble the Burger

    Place a leaf of lettuce on the bottom half of each bun. Add the cooked patty (with or without cheese), followed by a slice of tomato, pickles, ketchup, and mustard. Finally, place the top half of the bun on the assembled ingredients.

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