Description
These Pizza Burgers combine the best of two beloved classics—juicy grilled beef patties topped with pizza sauce, melted mozzarella, pepperoni, mushrooms, and onions, all nestled in a toasted bun. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a flavorful dinner or casual gathering and brings a delightful fusion of savory burger and pizza flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for grilling
- 4 burger buns
Toppings
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup sliced red onions
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Grill or Skillet: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat to ensure it’s hot enough for even cooking of the patties.
- Prepare Beef Mix: In a bowl, combine the ground beef with salt and pepper, mixing thoroughly until well incorporated for seasoned patties.
- Form Patties: Divide the meat mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty. Make a slight indentation in the center to prevent puffing during cooking.
- Cook Patties First Side: Place the patties on the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side until nicely browned.
- Flip and Add Toppings: Flip the patties carefully, then immediately top each one with pizza sauce followed by a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Add Additional Toppings: Distribute sliced pepperoni, mushrooms, and red onions evenly over the cheese on each patty.
- Melt Cheese: Cover the grill or skillet with a lid to trap heat and steam, allowing the cheese to melt smoothly, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Toast Buns: While cheese melts, lightly toast the burger buns on the grill until golden and slightly crisp.
- Assemble Burgers: Place each cooked patty on the bottom half of the toasted buns and garnish with fresh basil leaves for a fresh aromatic finish.
- Serve: Serve the assembled pizza burgers immediately with your favorite sides for a délicieux fusion meal that combines burger and pizza flavors.
Notes
- For juicier burgers, avoid pressing down on patties while cooking.
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat for variations.
- Adjust toppings according to personal preference or dietary needs.
- Covering the skillet is key to melting cheese evenly and quickly.
- Serve with side salads, fries, or your favorite dipping sauces for a complete meal.
