Description
This Burger Bowl features seasoned ground beef, crispy french fries, and fresh romaine, tomatoes, red onion, dill pickles, and sharp cheddar, all drizzled with a tangy homemade burger sauce.
It is a fun, flavorful meal that works perfectly for busy weeknights or a family dinner without the buns.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef, 85% lean works best for juicy flavor
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder, for seasoning the beef
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder, for seasoning the beef
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise, base of the burger sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup, for the burger sauce
- 2 tablespoons diced dill pickles, for the burger sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard, for the burger sauce
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup halved cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1 cup pre-sliced dill pickle chips
- 1 cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar, for melting over the beef
- 3 cups cooked frozen french fries, regular cut, or your favorite type
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced, optional
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled, optional
- 1 fresh jalapeño, sliced, optional
Instructions
- Season the Beef: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika, mixing gently until just combined.
- Brown the Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the seasoned beef, and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it into crumbles, until no pink remains.
- Drain Excess Fat: Pour off any excess grease and return the skillet to low heat for 1 minute to keep the beef warm.
- Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, stir together 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons ketchup, 2 tablespoons diced dill pickles, and 1/2 tablespoon yellow mustard until smooth.
- Crisp the Fries (Oven): Spread 3 cups of frozen fries on a sheet pan and bake at 425°F for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
- Crisp the Fries (Air Fryer): Cook the fries at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through until crisp.
- Start with Lettuce: Divide the chopped romaine among four bowls.
- Layer the Fries and Beef: Add a portion of crispy fries to each bowl, then top with the seasoned beef.
- Add the Toppings: Arrange the tomatoes, red onion, pickle chips, and shredded cheddar over the warm beef so the cheese softens slightly.
- Garnish: Drizzle the burger sauce over each bowl and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes