Hamburgers 2 Variations

Dive into burger perfection with "Hamburgers 2 Variations," a recipe that combines classic charm with bold, spicy flair. This easy-to-follow guide lets you whip up two distinct styles of burgers: the buttery Classic Burger and the fiery Spicy Jalapeño Burger. Featuring juicy, seasoned ground beef patties cooked to perfection, these burgers are topped with melted cheddar cheese and nestled in golden-toasted buns. Customize the flavors with fresh lettuce, tomato, creamy mayonnaise, or a tantalizing sriracha mayo kick for spice lovers. Whether you're craving comfort food or a zesty twist, this recipe serves up the best of both worlds—ready in just 25 minutes! Perfect for casual dinners, weekend cookouts, or game-day feasts, these homemade burgers are guaranteed crowd-pleasers.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 4 slices cheddar cheese slices
• 2 jalapeño peppers (sliced)
• 4 burger buns
• 2 tablespoons butter (softened)
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 1 tomato (sliced)
• 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until just combined. Be careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 2

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.

Step 3

For the Classic Burger variation, brush both sides of two of the patties with melted butter and set aside.

Step 4

For the Spicy Jalapeño Burger variation, press a few slices of jalapeño peppers into both sides of the remaining two patties.

Step 5

Preheat a grill or stovetop skillet over medium-high heat. Place the patties on the grill/skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty and cover to let it melt.

Step 6

Cut the burger buns in half and lightly butter the insides. Toast the buns on the grill or in a skillet for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

Step 7

Assemble the Classic Burgers: Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the bottom bun, place a lettuce leaf followed by a tomato slice, add a butter-brushed patty with melted cheese, and top with the toasted bun.

Step 8

Assemble the Spicy Jalapeño Burgers: Mix 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise with 1/2 tablespoon of sriracha sauce. Spread this spicy mayo on the bottom bun, place a lettuce leaf, add a jalapeño-studded patty with melted cheese, and top with the toasted bun.

Step 9

Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as fries or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	971.1 grams (971.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2739

Total Fat 199.60g	256%
Saturated Fat 78.70g	394%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 535mg	178%
Sodium 5096mg	222%
Total Carbohydrate 109.30g	40%
Dietary Fiber 6.10g	22%
Total Sugars 16.80g
Protein 118.20g	236%

Vitamin D 46IU	231%
Calcium 1088mg	84%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 1540mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.4%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 16.2%