Few culinary creations can match the universal appeal of a perfectly crafted cheeseburger. Whether you're a dedicated carnivore, a plant-based enthusiast, or somewhere in between, there's a cheeseburger recipe out there to tickle your taste buds. In this mouthwatering journey through the world of cheeseburgers, we'll explore three delectable variations that are sure to delight your senses and leave you craving for more.
From the classic indulgence of the "Power Cheeseburger" to the guilt-free satisfaction of the "Vegan Cheeseburger," and a unique twist with the "Big Mac Salad," we've got your cheeseburger cravings covered!
1. Big Mac Salad
Ingredient
(for 2 people)
- 400 grams of ground beef
- salt and pepper
- a box of cherry tomatoes
- a head of iceberg lettuce (or 1 bag)
- half a head of red onion
- 80g of cheddar cheese (for a healthier option, you can also add mozzarella)
- 1/3 jar of pickles
Dressing:
- 1 spoon of alcoholic vinegar
- 2 spoons of ketchup
- 2 spoons of light mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon of Greek yogurt
- a little water to make it thinner
Preparation
- On a heated pan, fry the minced beef (without oil) and add salt and pepper.
- Then mix all the ingredients for the salad and pour over the whipped dressing. That's it! 🍔
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2. Power Cheeseburger
Ingredients
- 8 ounces ground beef, like chuck
- 1 egg yolk, beaten
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 to 3 slices sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1 sesame bun, halved and toasted if desired
- Pickles
- Ketchup and mustard
- Red onion
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine beef, egg, paprika and salt.Mix well and form 1 large patty.
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add patty and cook for 4 minutes; turn over and top with cheese. Continue to cook an additional 3 to 4 minutes for medium rare.
- Place the burger cheese side up on a bun and top with pickles, ketchup, onion and/or mustard. Place another bun half on top and serve.
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3. Vegan Cheeseburger
Ingredients
- 1 pound vegan ground meat
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 4 slices vegan cheese, such as
- Cheddar-style
- 4 vegan hamburger buns, lightly toasted
- tomatoes
- red onion
Preparation
- Divide vegan ground meat into 4 equal pieces. Pick up one piece, transfer to a cutting board, and use your hands to press and shape it into a patty about ¼-inch wider than your bun. Repeat to form remaining patties. Put three fingers of one hand together, and press a shallow indentation into the center of each patty. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high until shimmering. Add patties and cook, flipping frequently, until well browned and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the coolest part of the center of the patty registers 120 to 125 degrees for medium-rare, or 130 to 135 degrees for medium. Immediately add cheese slices to the top of the patties, and transfer them to a large plate.
- Dress bottom buns as desired. Place a patty on top, add tomatoes,red onion, lettuce and dress the top bun as desired. Close cheeseburgers and serve.
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