Guy Fieri Secret Burger Recipe
The Guy Fieri Secret Burger Recipe is bold, juicy and full of flavor. This burger feels like a trip to Flavortown at home. It has tender beef, melty cheese and a tasty secret sauce.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds ground beef 80/20
- 4 burger buns brioche or sesame
- 4 slices cheddar or American cheese
- 1 small onion thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tomato sliced
- Lettuce leaves
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Secret sauce ingredients
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon pickle relish
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
Make the Secret Sauce
- Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, relish, garlic powder and paprika. Stir until smooth and creamy, then chill in the fridge.
Cook the Onions
- Melt butter in a skillet on low heat. Add onions and cook slowly until golden and sweet, stirring sometimes to stop burning.
Shape the Burger Patties
- Divide beef into four even balls. Press gently into patties, not too thin, so they stay juicy inside during cooking.
Season the Patties
- Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides. Keep seasoning simple so the beef flavor stays strong and rich without overpowering sauce.
Heat the Grill or Pan
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium high heat. A hot surface gives the patties a tasty sear and locks in juices.
Cook the Patties
- Place patties on hot grill. Cook each side for about four minutes until browned outside and juicy inside.
Add the Cheese
- Place cheese slices on patties during last minute of cooking. Cover pan lightly so cheese melts smoothly over the meat.
Toast the Buns
- Lightly toast buns on grill or pan. This keeps them from getting soggy and adds a nice warm crunch for each bite.
Build the Burger
- Spread secret sauce on buns. Add lettuce, tomato, cheesy patty and caramelized onions. Press top bun gently and serve hot.
Notes
- Use 80/20 beef for juicy patties
- Do not press patties while cooking or juices escape
- Let patties rest one minute before serving
- Toasting buns prevents soggy burgers
- Add jalapeños for spice
- Swap cheddar for pepper jack for extra kick
- Double the sauce because everyone loves extra