Single Cheeseburger Recipe
Make Single Cheeseburger Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Burgers
Method
Burgers
- 1
Season patty
Season the ground beef patty all over with 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp ground black pepper. Gently press the seasoning into the surface.
- 2
- 3
Toast bun
Warm a skillet over medium heat. Place the buttered bun halves cut-side down and toast until golden brown, about 1–2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- 4
Preheat pan and oil
Add 1 tsp neutral cooking oil to the same pan and heat until shimmering.
- 5
Cook patty
Add the seasoned beef patty to the hot pan. Cook 3–4 minutes on the first side until browned, then flip. Cook another 3–4 minutes on the second side for desired doneness. In the last minute of cooking, place the cheddar cheese slice on top to melt.
- 6
Assemble bottom
Spread 1 tbs ketchup, 1 tsp yellow mustard, and 1 tsp mayonnaise on the bottom bun.
- 7
Add toppings
Layer lettuce leaf, tomato slice, red onion slice, and pickles on the sauced bottom bun.
- 8
Finish and serve
Place the cheese-topped patty onto the assembled stack and cap with the top bun. Slice in half if desired and serve immediately.
