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Stovetop~30 minComplexity

Homemade Hamburgers

These Homemade Hamburgers contain 26g protein and 421 calories per serving — a straightforward protein source without added binders or fillers. Batch-preps 4 servings quickly on the stovetop, letting you control the beef quality and macros completely. Essential for lifters building a rotation of reliable, macro-trackable dinner options.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Unsalted Butter(30g)
  • Bread, French Or Hoagie Roll
  • 80/20 Ground Beef(454g)
  • Cheddar Cheese(112g)
  • Lettuce, Iceberg
  • Tomato
  • Yellow Onion
  • Pickles, Dill, Canned
  • Comeback sauce(60g)

Instructions

  1. 1Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and gently shape each into a patty about ½ to 1 inch thick, being careful not to overwork the meat.
  2. 2Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the patties on the cooking surface and cook for 7–8 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F and the bottom is golden brown. Flip and cook the other side for 7–8 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  3. 3During the last 1–2 minutes of cooking, add the shredded cheddar cheese to each patty and cover the skillet with a lid to melt the cheese. Once melted, remove the burgers to a clean plate.
  4. 4While the burgers cook, toast the French bread rolls: spread the unsalted butter on the cut sides and place butter-side down on the hot skillet for 2–3 minutes over medium heat until lightly golden brown. Set aside.
  5. 5Slice the tomato and onion into burger-appropriate pieces. Rinse and prepare the iceberg lettuce leaves.
  6. 6Assemble each burger: place a cheese-topped patty on a toasted roll bottom, then layer with lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickles, and comeback sauce. Top with the toasted roll top.
  7. 7Divide the assembled burgers evenly into 4 airtight containers while still warm if meal prepping, or serve immediately.

Nutrition — Per Serving

421

calories

26g

protein

40g

fat

Carbohydrates
2g
Saturated fat
13.9g
Sodium
290 mg
Dietary fiber
0.0g

4 servings per batch · ~164g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Homemade Hamburgers have per serving?

Each burger contains 26g of protein with 421 calories, featured as a high-fat preparation with 40g fat and only 2g carbs. The macro profile is distinctly low-carb and fat-forward.

How long does Homemade Hamburgers take to prep?

Quick prep yields 4 servings per batch on the stovetop, making it fast for meal prep or quick dinners. Each cooking session produces four ready-to-eat burgers.

Is Homemade Hamburgers good for fat loss?

At 421 calories and only 2g carbs per serving, these burgers fit well into low-carb fat loss phases where you're controlling total calorie intake. The 26g protein keeps satiety high despite the carb restriction.

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