Hot Hamburger Recipe
Make Hot 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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For the Patty
For the Toppings
For the Sauce
For the Assembly
Method
Prepare the Patty
- 1
Mix the Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well combined but do not overwork the meat.
- 2
Shape the Patties
Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about ¾ inch thick.
- 3
- 4
Melt the Cheese
In the last minute of cooking, place shredded cheddar cheese on top of each patty and cover to melt.
Prepare the Toppings
- 5
Prepare Vegetables
While the patties are cooking, slice the tomato and onion. Shred the lettuce and have the pickles ready.
Make the Sauce
- 6
Combine the Sauce Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and hot sauce until smooth.
Assemble the Burger
- 7
Build the Burger
Toast the burger buns if desired. Spread a generous amount of sauce on the bottom bun, place the cheeseburger patty on top, followed by lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.

