Classic Beef Burger with Special Sauce

Name: Classic Beef Burger with Special Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 burgers
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend); Salt and pepper; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp ketchup; 1 tbsp yellow mustard; 1 tbsp sweet pickle relish; 1 tsp white vinegar; 1/2 tsp paprika; 4 brioche burger buns, toasted; 4 slices American or cheddar cheese; Lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles for topping

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Master the art of the perfect backyard burger with our Classic Beef Burger with Special Sauce. This recipe focuses on technique to achieve a juicy, flavorful patty with a crave-worthy caramelized crust, inspired by the popular 'smash burger' style. We use high-quality ground beef with a simple seasoning of salt and pepper to let the beef shine. The magic is in the sauce—a creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet blend reminiscent of a famous fast-food burger, but made fresh at home. Assembled on a soft, buttery brioche bun with crisp lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles, this burger is pure nostalgia with a gourmet twist. It's the star of any summer BBQ, game day spread, or family dinner, embodying the timeless trend of classic, high-quality comfort food done right.

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A classic beef burger with special sauce, lettuce, and tomato on a brioche bun

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time10 min

Servings4 burgers

Equipment

Cast-iron skillet or griddleSpatulaLarge mixing bowl

Instructions

1
Divide beef into 4 equal balls (about 6 oz each). Do not overwork the meat. Season generously with salt and pepper just before cooking.
2
Make the special sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, relish, vinegar, and paprika. Refrigerate until ready to use.
3
Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over very high heat until smoking hot. Place a ball of beef in the skillet and immediately press down firmly with a heavy spatula to form a thin, wide patty. Cook for 2-3 minutes until a deep brown crust forms.
4
Flip the patty, top with a slice of cheese, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until cooked to your liking.
5
Toast the brioche buns in the skillet or a toaster.
6
To assemble: Spread special sauce on both sides of the bun. Place the cheeseburger patty on the bottom bun, then top with lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles. Close with the top bun and serve immediately.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

We are a team of passionate cooks and food enthusiasts.