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Classic American Burger with Fried Egg

A traditional American burger with a juicy beef patty, fresh toppings, and a fried egg, served on a sesame seed bun.

25 minutes2 servings
Classic American Burger with Fried Egg
Photo: Horacio Cambeiro · CC BY-SA 3.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Form the ground beef into 2 patties and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.
  4. In the same skillet, fry the eggs until the whites are set.
  5. Toast the buns briefly.
  6. Assemble the burgers with the patties, fried eggs, tomato, lettuce, and condiments.
  7. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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