Jul 13 2026
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Hamburger Recipe

Inspired by Papa Frank's
Time30m
Serves2

Make Hamburger 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 Patties

  1. 1

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

  2. 2

    Form the Patties

    Divide the beef mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 3/4 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up while cooking.

Cooking the Patties

  1. 3

    Preheat the Grill or Pan

    Heat a grill or a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. If using a skillet, you can add a light coating of oil to prevent sticking.

  2. 4

    Cook the Patties

    Place the patties on the grill or skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip the patties and place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty. Cook for another 4-5 minutes for medium doneness.

  3. 5

    Toast the Buns

    While the patties are cooking, you can toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in another skillet until golden brown.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 6

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Slice the tomato into thick rounds. Set aside.

  2. 7

    Build the Burger

    On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by the cooked patty with melted cheese, tomato slices, pickles, ketchup, and mustard. Top with the other half of the bun.

  3. 8

    Serve

    Serve the hamburgers immediately with your choice of sides, such as fries or a salad.

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