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A cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, cheddar cheese, and sauce on a sesame bun sits on a white plate, with baskets of sweet potato fries and regular fries in the background.
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Best Juicy Burger Recipe With the Best Beef Blend Tips

Make the best beef burger at home with juicy patties, special sauce, and fresh toppings. Quick, flavorful, and easy to customize!
Prep Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bbq, burger
Servings: 4 yields
Calories: 796kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

For the burger:

  • 1.3 pounds Ground beef 15-20% fat (read notes)
  • Salt
  • Pepper

For the sauce:

  • ½ cup Mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons Mustard Dijon or yellow
  • ½ teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons Pickles chopped (optional)

For assembly:

  • 4 Hamburger buns
  • 1 Red onion sliced
  • 4 Lettuce leaves romaine or iceberg
  • 1 Tomato sliced
  • Pickles sliced
  • 4 slices Cheese of your choice read notes
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Instructions

  • Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, smoked paprika, and chopped pickles if using. Set aside.
  • Toast the buns: Slice the buns in half. Toast them cut-side down on a hot dry skillet or grill until golden brown. Set aside. Don't skip this step.
  • Shape the patties: Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions (about 150g/5oz). Roll into balls, then flatten into patties using a burger press or your hands. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.
  • Cook the patties: Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Lightly grease a hot skillet or grill pan with cooking spray or oil. Cook burgers over high heat for 3–5 minutes per side, depending on your preferred doneness. For medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of 130–135°F (54–57°C); for medium-well, 150–155°F (65–68°C).
  • Melt the cheese (optional): If adding cheese, place a slice on each patty during the last minute of cooking. Cover loosely to help it melt.
  • Assemble the burger: Spread sauce on the top and bottom bun. Layer lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, cooked burger patty, and any other desired toppings. Close with the top bun.
  • Serve hot and enjoy immediately.

Video

Notes

  • Beef selection: For the juiciest burgers, use ground beef with 15–20% fat. 80/20 is ideal. Read more in here.
  • Cheese ideas: Try cheddar, gouda, Swiss, blue cheese, or classic American slices.
  • Make-ahead: You can shape patties up to 24 hours in advance, store covered in the fridge.
  • Storage: Cooked patties keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or oven. Avoid microwaving if possible.
  • Sauce swap: Customize your sauce with sriracha, BBQ sauce, or relish.
  • Watch the video: For a step-by-step demo, watch the video recipe located within the blog post and in the recipe card.
  • FAQs: Don’t forget to read the FAQ section just below the recipe card for extra tips, troubleshooting, and customization ideas.

Nutrition

Calories: 796kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 58g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 133mg | Sodium: 888mg | Potassium: 696mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 2442IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 240mg | Iron: 5mg