McDonald’s Hamburger Recipe
This recipe recreates the classic McDonald’s hamburger from before the 1980s, featuring a grilled patty and simple toppings. Enjoy a taste of nostalgia with this easy-to-follow guide.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon Accent (MSG, optional)
- Slightly more than 1 pound ground chuck (20% fat)
- Hamburger buns
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Rehydrated onions
- Pickle slices
Preparation Time
- Total Time: Approximately 15 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: 8
Step 1: Preparing the Seasoned Salt
Measure two tablespoons of salt.
Measure two teaspoons of ground black pepper.
Measure ¼ teaspoon of Accent (optional).
Combine salt, pepper, and Accent in a small bowl.
Stir the mixture until well combined.
Pour the seasoned salt into a salt shaker.
Step 2: Preparing the Hamburger Patties
Place the ground chuck in a bowl.
Divide the ground chuck into 8 equal portions.
Shape each portion into a round patty.
Step 3: Grilling the Patties
Preheat the grill to 350°F (or prepare a skillet).
Place the patties onto the preheated grill.
Season the patties generously with the seasoned salt.
Season the other side of the patties.
Step 4: Toasting the Buns
Place the hamburger buns on one side of the grill, cut-side down.
Toast the buns until lightly browned and soft.
Step 5: Assembling the Hamburgers
Place the bottom bun on a plate.
Add five dots of ketchup to the bottom bun.
Add two squirts of mustard to the bottom bun.
Add two teaspoons of rehydrated onions to the bottom bun.
Add a pickle slice (or more, to taste).
Place the grilled hamburger patty on top of the condiments.
Place the top bun on the hamburger patty.
