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How to make a Classic Hamburger

 I will be showing you how to make a classic hamburger and of course with my freshly Ground beef. I have been making these hamburgers for some time now, actually, I’ve been making them full time since I started grinding my own Beef myself, and what do I have to say about it? It’s always being a good experience for myself and my family. I also use this Ground beef for my Nigerian Ata dindin and meatballs, Jollof spaghetti, Pizza and Ground beef sauce
Classic Hamburger recipe

Hamburgers should be served on Buns immediately with Tomatoes, Onions, Lettuce, salad dressing and Ketchup or any other favorite condiment of your choice.

Notes:

Feel free to grill your Buns if you choose to. I did not grill mine in this recipe because the Buns I used was really fresh.
I like my Hamburgers formed into thick patties but feel free to shape yours to your desired thickness.
Though I cooked my hamburger using an indoor Grill, feel free to use an outdoor grill or a pan on your stove top.
Try not to prick the Hamburger with a fork or press hard on it while cooking it or else it will lose its juice and come out dry
 
 

How to make a Classic Hamburger

Hamburgers should be served on Buns immediately with Tomatoes, Onions, Lettuce, salad dressing and Ketchup or any other favorite condiment of your choice.
5 from 4 votes
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Course: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Cuisine: American, Global
Keyword: homemade
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 365kcal
Author: Lola Osinkolu

Ingredients

  • 1 Pound Beef
  • 1 Small Onion
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 Cloves of Garlic
  • 1-1/2 to 2 Tsp Seasoned Salt
  • Cayenne Pepper To Taste
  • 2-4 Large Onion Rings
  • 2-4 Lettuce Leaves
  • 2-4 Burger Buns
  • Ketchup To Taste
  • Salad Dressing To Taste

Instructions

  • Blend the Fresh Meat with your food processor together with Onions and Garlic
  • Turn it into a large Bowl and add the Egg, Seasoned salt, and Cayenne pepper
  • Mix it together but don’t overdo it so that the resulting burger will not turn out hard.
  • Shape it into your desired thickness and grill until it’s well done and slightly charred on the outside.
  • Serve over your Bun with your desired toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 121mg | Sodium: 493mg | Potassium: 372mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 948IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 3mg
Recipe Rating




Wednesday 31st of August 2022

I really love the way you cook and I love your cooking

Chef Lola's Kitchen

Sunday 4th of September 2022

Thank you so much; I appreciate your comment.

Rakiya usman

Sunday 9th of May 2021

I luv your ways of cooking its easier

Lola Osinkolu

Monday 10th of May 2021

Thank you Rakiya.

Aisha khalid Adam

Saturday 8th of May 2021

Hi nice to meet you is it compulsory for me to add eggs

Lola Osinkolu

Monday 10th of May 2021

Yes, it helps the texture.

Dee

Wednesday 15th of May 2019

Hi, great recipe.

Please where can I get the buns in Lagos?

Nmezi Obiageli

Wednesday 17th of November 2021

@Lola Osinkolu, Very nice recipe, pls can't I make the burger buns myself? If I can what are the ingredients and procedure for making it.

Lola Osinkolu

Wednesday 15th of May 2019

You will find it in supermarkets like ShopRite and the likes.