Crispy Breaded Burgers
Ground beef chuck, panko breadcrumbs and hamburger buns come together in this beef β 70 minutes, 7 steps, and the kind of result worth repeating. Scroll down for the ingredient checklist, a serving scaler and unit converter, and the method broken into 7 steps.
You'll mainly reach for frying pan / skillet and pan. At medium difficulty across 7 steps, it's manageable with a little attention.
What you'll need
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How to make it
- Gently mix the ground chuck with a good pinch of salt and pepper, taking care not to overwork it, then divide into 4 equal portions and shape into patties slightly wider than the buns and about 1.5 cm thick.
- Set up a breading station with the flour in one shallow dish, the beaten eggs in a second and the panko seasoned with a little salt and pepper in a third.
- Coat each patty in flour and tap off the excess, dip into the egg to coat fully, then press firmly into the panko on both sides so the crumbs adhere in an even layer.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering, then fry the breaded patties for about 4 to 5 minutes per side, turning once, until the crust is deep golden and crisp.
- Check that the centre of each burger reaches an internal temperature of 71 C for safely cooked ground beef, then drain briefly on paper towels.
- Lightly toast the cut sides of the hamburger buns in the residual pan oil until golden.
- Spread mayonnaise on the buns, layer with lettuce and sliced tomato, set a crispy patty on each and close the burgers to serve right away while the coating is crunchy.
You'll use: Frying pan / skillet Β· Pan
Ingredient substitutions
- Eggs
- ΒΌ cup unsweetened applesauce (baking) Β· 1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water per egg
Tips & common questions
How long does Crispy Breaded Burgers take to make?
About 70 minutes from start to finish β an estimate based on the 7 steps and 11 ingredients. Times vary with your kitchen and how much prep you do ahead.
What can I use instead of eggs?
Try ΒΌ cup unsweetened applesauce (baking). See the substitutions section above for more swaps.
Can I scale this recipe up or down?
Yes β use the servings control above the ingredients and every quantity rescales automatically (fractions included). Cooking times stay roughly the same; very large batches may need a little longer.
How should I store leftovers?
Cool leftovers quickly, refrigerate in an airtight container, and eat within 3 days. Reheat until piping hot throughout.
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