Perfect Homemade Chilli Cheeseburger
The Perfect Homemade Chilli Cheeseburger is a juicy beef patty topped with spicy chilli sauce and creamy melted cheese, all in a soft bun.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Skillet or Grill
- Spatula
- Toaster
Ingredients
Beef Patty Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef Use 80/20 meat-to-fat ratio for juiciness.
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
Toppings Ingredients
- 1 cup Chilli Sauce Homemade or store-bought, thick enough to stay on the burger.
- 4 slices Cheese Choose melting cheese like cheddar or Monterey Jack.
- 4 pieces Hamburger Buns Preferably brioche or whole wheat.
- 1 medium Onion Slice for garnish; caramelized adds sweetness.
- 1 medium Tomato Slice for garnish; use ripe for best flavor.
- few leaves Lettuce Crisp varieties like Romaine or iceberg.
- 1 tablespoon Cooking Oil For frying the patties; use oil with a high smoke point.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently to avoid overworking the meat.
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties, about ¾ inch thick.
- Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat and add cooking oil. Allow the oil to heat until it shimmers.
- Place the patties on the hot skillet or grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on one side without moving them.
- Flip the patties carefully and add a slice of cheese on top of each patty immediately.
- Continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Slice the hamburger buns in half and toast them lightly until golden brown.
- Assemble the burgers by spreading chilli sauce on the bottom half of each bun, adding lettuce, the cooked patty with melted cheese, tomato, and onion.
- Finish with the top half of the bun and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
For variations, consider using plant-based patties, different cheeses, or additional toppings like avocado.