Jul 14 2026
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Mcdonald's Recipe

Inspired by The Stubborn Mule
Time30m
Serves4

Make Mcdonald's 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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Bun

Beef Patty

Toppings

Sauces

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef Patties

    In a large bowl, mix the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties, about 1/2-inch thick.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash and slice the tomato and onion. Shred the lettuce if necessary. Prepare the pickles by slicing if they are whole.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook the Beef Patties

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the beef patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they reach your desired doneness. In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt.

  2. 4

    Toast the Buns

    While the patties are cooking, slice the sesame seed buns in half and toast them on a grill or in a toaster until golden brown.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Assemble the Burger

    On the bottom half of each toasted bun, layer the lettuce, a cooked beef patty with melted cheese, tomato slices, onion slices, and pickles. Add ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise to taste before placing the top half of the bun on.

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