Jul 14 2026

Vig Burger Recipe

Time30m
Serves1

1/2 lb Angus beef with lettuce, tomato, onion, and choice of cheese

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Toppings

Burger Assembly

Method

Preparing the Burger Patty

  1. 1

    Season the Beef

    In a bowl, combine the 1/2 lb of Angus beef with 1 tsp of salt and 0.5 tsp of black pepper. Mix gently to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed.

  2. 2

    Form the Patty

    Shape the seasoned beef into a patty approximately 3/4 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of the patty to prevent it from puffing up while cooking.

Cooking the Burger

  1. 3

    Preheat the Grill or Skillet

    Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. If using a skillet, add a little oil to prevent sticking.

  2. 4

    Cook the Patty

    Place the patty on the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip the patty and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes for medium-rare, or until your desired doneness is achieved.

  3. 5

    Add Cheese

    In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheese on top of the patty and cover it to help the cheese melt.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 6

    Prepare the Bun

    While the patty is cooking, cut the burger bun in half and lightly toast it on the grill or in a toaster.

  2. 7

    Add Toppings

    On the bottom half of the toasted bun, layer the lettuce, followed by the cooked patty with melted cheese, tomato slices, and onion slices.

  3. 8

    Finish the Burger

    Place the top half of the bun over the toppings to complete your Vig Burger. Serve immediately.

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