Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Patties
- 1 lb (500g) ground beef (80/20 blend for juicy burgers)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Toppings
- 4 slices of cheddar cheese
- 1 large red onion, sliced into rings
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- Lettuce leaves
- Pickles
For the Sauce
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
For Assembly
- 4 burger buns, toasted
- Butter for buns (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat Your Platinum Grill Pan
Heat your grill pan over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes until evenly hot. The Platinum Grill Pan’s design ensures heat distribution for perfect grilling. -
Prepare the Patties
- In a bowl, combine the ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Gently mix until just combined (avoid overmixing to keep the patties tender).
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties slightly wider than your buns (they'll shrink slightly when cooked).
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Grill the Patties
- Place the patties on the preheated Platinum Grill Pan. Grill for 3–4 minutes on each side for medium doneness or longer for well-done burgers.
- During the last minute, place a slice of cheese on each patty to melt.
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Grill the Onion Rings
- After removing the patties, add the onion rings to the pan. Grill for 1–2 minutes per side until they are soft and have lovely grill marks.
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Prepare the Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, and Dijon mustard.
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Assemble the Burgers
- Butter and toast the buns on the Platinum Grill Pan (optional).
- Spread the sauce on both halves of the buns.
- Layer the bottom bun with lettuce, a slice of tomato, grilled patty with cheese, grilled onion, and pickles. Top with the other bun half.
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Serve and Enjoy
Serve your burgers hot with your favorite sides like fries, coleslaw, or a fresh salad.