Homemade Burger with Pizza Dough Buns: A Unique Twist on a Classic

Introduction

Why stick to store-bought burger buns when you can make your own from scratch? In this recipe, I’ve used pizza dough to create soft, flavorful buns that elevate the classic hamburger. The result? A delicious, gourmet-style burger that’s crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.

Ingredients

For the pizza dough buns:

• All-purpose flour: 300g (約2カップ)

• Warm water: 180ml

• Instant yeast: 1 tsp (小さじ1)

• Olive oil: 2 tbsp

• Sugar: 1 tsp

• Salt: 1 tsp

For the burger patty:

• Ground beef: 200g (牛ひき肉)

• Salt and pepper: to taste

• Garlic powder: 1/2 tsp (optional)

For the toppings:

• Sliced mozzarella cheese

• Tomato slices

• Guacamole or mashed avocado

• Fried egg

• Fresh cilantro (optional)

Steps to Make the Pizza Dough Buns

1. Prepare the Dough

• In a bowl, mix the yeast, warm water, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.

• Add the flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms. Knead for about 8–10 minutes until smooth.

• Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.

2. Shape and Cook the Buns

• Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into flat rounds (about the size of a burger bun).

• Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and cook the dough rounds for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Set aside.

Steps to Assemble the Burger

1. Cook the Burger Patty

• Season the ground beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using). Form into a patty and cook in a pan over medium heat for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until your desired doneness.

2. Fry the Egg

• In the same pan, fry an egg sunny-side-up for a rich and creamy topping.

3. Assemble the Burger

• Start with a pizza dough bun as the base. Layer with a slice of tomato, mozzarella cheese, guacamole, the burger patty, and the fried egg. Top it off with fresh cilantro for a burst of flavor. Finish with the second pizza dough bun on top.

Serve

Serve your homemade pizza dough burger with a side of crispy fries or a fresh salad. Enjoy this creative take on a classic burger, perfect for a cozy meal or impressing guests!