Homemade Hamburger Recipe
This homemade hamburger recipe features a deliciously seasoned, perfectly cooked burger topped with onions, tomatoes, and lettuce. It’s a classic burger with a tasty twist that everyone is going to love. Grill it in the summer or make it in the skillet during the winter. You can enjoy it all year round!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs, I used plain
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp salt, I like sea or kosher salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika, regular or smoked is really delish in this recipe
- 1 tbsp milk or water
Aioli Sauce
- 1 cup mayo, regular or light both work, not fat free
- 4 to 6 cloves of garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt, I like sea or kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
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Start by making the garlic aioli: In a small bowl, combine the ingredients until it is a smooth consistency. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to come out.
Heat a skillet on medium heat and then begin preparing the meat. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, seasonings, and milk. You can wear gloves and use your hands to mix or a spoon.
Once combined, press it together and make a large ball. Then slice into 4 quarters and shape each one into a 4-5” diameter patty (or slightly larger than the buns, as they will shrink a bit).
Place patties on the skillet and cook for 5 minutes on each side. (I didn’t want to overcrowd my pan so I cooked two at a time.)
As the patties cook, wash and prep your vegetables. Slice the tomato and onions.
Check the patties and flip it if it has been 5 minutes. During the last minute, add the cheese slices on top.
Once everything is cooked, assemble your garlic aioli burgers.
Serve as is or with a side of fries or chips. Enjoy!