How to Make Delicious Dishes with Hamburgers

Grilled Hamburgers

Grilled burgers are one of the most classic hamburger dishes. To make the perfect grilled burger, the best option is to start with 80/20 ground beef, as the higher fat content will help the burger to stay juicy and flavorful while grilling. Make sure to season the burgers with whatever you like, but salt and pepper are a classic combination. Form the patties into 4 ounces each and make sure to press a slight indentation into the center of each patty so that it cooks evenly. Preheat your grill to medium-high and coat the grates with oil. Grill the burgers for 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-cooked burgers, flipping only once. Serve on a toasted bun with whatever condiments and toppings you prefer.

Hamburger Stew

For those looking for a classic comfort dish, the hamburger stew is a perfect option. To make the stew, start by browning 1 to 1.5 pounds of ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Use a wooden spoon to break the beef into small pieces as it cooks. Once the beef is just cooked through, transfer it to a plate and set aside. Reduce the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the pot. Once the oil is hot, add 1 diced onion, 2 diced celery stalks, 2 diced carrots and 2 cloves of chopped garlic. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt. Add 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1 teaspoon of onion powder. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add 3 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 cup of beef broth and the cooked ground beef to the pot. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Lastly, add 1 cup of frozen corn kernels, stir everything together and simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Serve warm.

Hamburger Fried Rice

Another classic family-friendly meal is hamburger fried rice. Start by heating 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 to 1.5 pounds of ground beef and cook until it is just cooked through, breaking the beef into small pieces with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Transfer the cooked beef to a bowl and set aside. To the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of oil and 2 cups of uncooked long-grain white rice. Stir to incorporate and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mix in 1 diced onion, 2 grated carrots, 3 cloves of minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger and 1 teaspoon of salt. Add ½ cup frozen green peas and ¼ cup soy sauce. Stir for about 2 minutes, then mix the cooked beef back in. Cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, stirring to make sure everything is evenly mixed. Lastly, add 4 beaten eggs and cook, stirring continuously, until the eggs are scrambled and cooked through. Serve immediately.