Classic Beef Burger

Ingredients

Ingredient quantities are scaled. Instructions and cookware remain written for the original 1 servings; adjust batch count and pan capacity deliberately.

• 150 g ground beef

• 1 burger bun

• 2 lettuce

• 2 slices of tomato

• 2 slices of onion

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Tools you'll need

Instructions

1. 1

   Slice the tomato and onion into thin rounds. Tear the lettuce leaves into bun-sized pieces.

   ~5 min
2. 2

   Shape the ground beef into a patty about 1.5 cm thick. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

   ~3 min
3. 3

   Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Place the patty in the skillet and cook for 4 minutes, until the bottom is browned.

   ~4 min
4. 4

   Flip the patty and cook for 4 more minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 71°C/160°F. Transfer to a plate and let rest for 3 minutes.

   ~3 min
5. 5

   While step 4 rests

   While the patty rests, place the burger bun halves cut-side down in the same skillet and toast for 1 minute, until lightly golden.

   ~1 min
6. 6

   Assemble the burger: place lettuce on the bottom bun, then the patty, tomato slices, onion slices, and top bun.

   ~2 min