Here’s a fun recipe for a “Coronaburger,” inspired by the pandemic era with a twist on classic burgers:
### Coronaburger Recipe
**Ingredients:**
– **For the Burger Patties:**
– 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– 1 tsp onion powder
– 1/2 tsp paprika
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/4 tsp black pepper
– **For the Toppings:**
– 4 burger buns
– 4 slices of cheddar cheese
– 1 avocado, sliced
– 1 cup shredded lettuce
– 1 tomato, sliced
– 1/4 cup mayonnaise
– 1 tbsp ketchup
– 1 tbsp mustard
– Pickles (optional)
**Instructions:**
1. **Prepare the Patties:**
– In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
– Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties.
2. **Cook the Patties:**
– Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. Add a slice of cheddar cheese to each patty during the last minute of cooking, if desired.
3. **Toast the Buns:**
– While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
4. **Prepare the Sauce:**
– In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard.
5. **Assemble the Burgers:**
– Spread the sauce mixture on the bottom half of each toasted bun.
– Place a cooked patty with melted cheese on top.
– Layer with avocado slices, shredded lettuce, and tomato slices.
– Add pickles if using.
– Top with the other half of the bun.
6. **Serve:**
– Enjoy your Coronaburger with a side of fries or your favorite side dish.
This burger is a perfect blend of classic flavors with a modern twist!
