This recipe will guide you through the process of making delicious and juicy hamburgers at home. These classic American hamburgers are perfect for a backyard barbecue or a casual dinner. The secret to their fantastic flavor lies in the combination of quality ground beef, seasonings, and the cooking method. Serve them with your favorite toppings and enjoy a taste of American cuisine.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 hamburger buns
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Onion slices
- Cheese slices (optional)
- Ketchup, mayonnaise, mustard (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well until the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties, about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.
- Place the patties on the preheated grill or pan and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- If using cheese, place a slice on each patty during the last minute of cooking and allow it to melt.
- While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
- Once cooked, remove the patties from the grill or pan and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Assemble your hamburgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a cooked patty. Top with tomato slices, onion slices, and any additional toppings of your choice.
- Spread ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard on the top half of the buns, if desired.
- Close the burgers with the top half of the buns and serve them immediately.
