Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite)
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce or ketchup
- 1 package of taco seasoning or homemade spice mix
- 4 hamburger buns or buns of choice
- Vegetables for toppings (lettuce, tomato, pickles)
- Optional: bread crumbs, eggs, or seasonings for added flavor
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with diced onion, minced garlic, and your preferred seasonings. Add bread crumbs and an egg if desired for extra moisture and binding. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Shape the mixture into evenly-sized patties.
- Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until fully cooked and nicely browned. For quicker cooking, consider using a Ninja Air Fryer Pro Crisp & Roast 4-in-1 for crispy patties.
- Place the cooked patties on buns and add cheese, lettuce, tomato slices, and pickles. Alternatively, wrap the cooked beef in tortillas or lettuce leaves for handheld meals.
- Enhance flavor by mixing in seasonings like cumin, paprika, or herbs. Incorporate sauces such as BBQ, ketchup, or mustard to suit your child’s taste preferences.
Notes
- Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in portion-sized containers for longer storage, and label with the date.
- Reheat thoroughly before serving to maintain flavor and safety.
- Customize seasonings and toppings to make the recipe more appealing to your picky eaters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop, grilling, air frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Kid-friendly, Family, Quick & Easy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger or wrap
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg