Get ready to elevate your burger game with a mouthwatering recipe that combines juicy beef patties and the most irresistible homemade fry sauce you've ever tasted! These Fry Sauce Beef Burgers are about to become your new obsession, promising a flavor explosion that will have your family and friends begging for seconds. With a perfect blend of crispy exterior, tender meat, and creamy, tangy sauce, this recipe transforms an ordinary burger night into a gourmet dining experience right in your own kitchen.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 burger buns
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove ground beef from refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, and garlic powder to create the fry sauce. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
- Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions and gently form into patties about 3/4 inch thick. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent bulging during cooking.
- Season both sides of the burger patties generously with salt and pepper.
- Preheat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. If using a skillet, add a small amount of oil to prevent sticking.
- Place burger patties on the hot cooking surface and cook for 4-5 minutes on the first side without moving them.
- Flip the burgers and cook an additional 3-4 minutes for medium doneness, or adjust cooking time to preferred level of doneness.
- Toast burger buns lightly on the same cooking surface for added flavor and texture.
- Remove burgers from heat and let rest for 2-3 minutes to retain juices.
- Assemble burgers by spreading prepared fry sauce on both top and bottom buns, then place cooked patty between buns.
- Serve immediately while hot, with additional fry sauce on the side if desired.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Allow ground beef to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking to ensure even cooking and juicier patties.
- Don't Overwork the Meat: When forming patties, handle the ground beef gently to keep the burgers tender and prevent tough texture.
- Create a Dimple: Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent bulging and ensure even cooking.
- High Heat is Key: Use medium-high heat to achieve a beautiful sear and develop a delicious caramelized crust on your burgers.
- Let Them Rest: Always let burgers rest for 2-3 minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute, keeping the meat moist and flavorful.
- Customize Your Fry Sauce: Experiment with additional ingredients like hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, or pickle relish to make the sauce uniquely yours.
- Toast Those Buns: Lightly toasting the burger buns adds extra flavor and helps prevent them from getting soggy from the sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 90mg
