The Easiest Deep-Fried Cheeseburger Recipe for Home Chefs

Deep-Fried Cheeseburger Recipe

Who doesn’t love a burger? Now, take that classic burger and kick it up a notch with a crispy, golden crust and a melty, gooey cheese center. That’s what you get with our fried cheeseburger recipe.

It’s a fun twist on the traditional burger that’s sure to satisfy your cravings. But while these deep-fried delights hit the spot, we all know dealing with leftover oil can be a bit of a hassle.

Don’t worry, though—cleaning up doesn’t have to be a headache. We’ve got a simple, eco-friendly solution to make oil disposal easy. Now, let’s dive into how to make these irresistible deep-fried cheeseburgers.

Ingredients Needed for Deep-Fried Cheeseburgers

1 lb Ground beef patties (about 4 small patties)

4 slices of cheese (or more for extra cheesiness)

4 burger buns

1/2 cup flour

2 large eggs, beaten

1 cup breadcrumbs or panko

1 tsp garlic powder

Salt and pepper

2-3 cups of frying oil

FryAway Pan Fry

Let’s Make Deep-Fried Cheeseburgers: Step-by-Step

With just a few simple steps, you’ll have crispy, cheesy perfection in no time. Here’s how to prepare the patties, coat them for the crunch and fry them to golden-brown bliss. Let's dive into the process.

1. Prepare the Burger Patties

Season the Beef: Start by seasoning your ground beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. You want to make sure each patty is packed with flavor. Form the beef into 4 patties, making them just slightly larger than your buns to account for shrinkage when cooking.

Cook the Patties: In a pan or skillet over medium heat, fry the patties for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, just enough to firm them up while keeping the center slightly undercooked. This will allow them to finish cooking once deep-fried.

Add the Cheese: Put a slice of cheese on each patty just before finishing cooking so it melts into the beef. If you love extra cheese, feel free to add more.

Assemble the Burger: Once your patties are ready, place them on the buns. Now you've got a delicious, cheesy base for your deep-fried cheeseburgers.

2. Coat the Burgers

Dredge in Flour: Take each assembled cheeseburger and dredge it lightly in flour. This helps the egg and breadcrumbs stick later on.

Dip in Eggs: After flouring the burger, dip it into the beaten eggs. The egg functions as a binding agent, keeping the breadcrumbs in place.

Coat with Breadcrumbs: Roll the burger in the breadcrumbs (or panko) for that crispy, golden texture that makes deep-fried cheeseburgers irresistible.

3. Deep-Fry the Cheeseburgers

Heat the Oil: In a large pan or pot, heat 2-3 cups of frying oil to approximately 350°F (175°C). You want the oil to be hot enough to make the crust crispy but not so hot that it burns the outside before the inside is cooked.

Fry the Burgers: Carefully lower the coated cheeseburgers into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side or until the burgers are golden brown and crispy all over.

4. Drain and Serve

Remove Excess Oil: Once the burgers are perfectly crispy, remove them from the pan and set them on paper towels to drain any extra oil. This step keeps your cheeseburgers from being greasy, so you can enjoy them at their best.

Serve: Now, serve your deep-fried cheeseburgers with your favorite dipping sauces or extra toppings like pickles, lettuce, or tomatoes. You’ve just taken your cheeseburger game to the next level.

Now, What to Do with That Leftover Oil?

Cleaning up after frying can be a nightmare. Pouring oil down the drain can cause fatbergs, resulting in costly plumbing troubles. Storing oil in jars is unhygienic, and dumping it outdoors harms the environment.

So, what's the safe, easy, and responsible solution? The easiest way to manage leftover oil is to solidify it—and that's where FryAway comes in. It is a quick and simple solution.

FryAway turns your used cooking oil from liquid to solid in just a few easy steps, allowing you to dispose of it safely and responsibly.

How to Solidify Cooking Oil?

1. Sprinkle FryAway into Hot Oil and Stir

Once done frying, in leftover hot oil, sprinkle the appropriate amount of FryAway into the oil and give a good stir for even distribution. Different FryAway products are designed for different amounts of oil:

FryAway Pan Fry: For small batches, use 1 packet for up to 2 cups of oil.

FryAway Deep Fry: For larger quantities, use 1 packet for up to 8 cups of oil.

FryAway Super Fry: For any amount of oil, use 1 scoop for 1 cup of oil. Each package solidifies up to 20 cups of oil.

2. Cool Down

As the oil cools, it will automatically begin to harden. Depending on how much oil you're discarding, the process may take from a few minutes to an hour.

3. Toss the Solidified Oil

Once the oil has solidified completely, you can safely toss it in your household trash, compost bin, or organic waste.

Fry, Enjoy, and Toss – Cleanup Made Simple

Your deep-fried cheeseburgers are ready to devour, and cleanup just got way easier with FryAway. Enjoy the indulgence without the hassle.

The next time you're deep-frying, remember that FryAway is here to make oil disposal easy, safe, and responsible. So, go crazy on your cooking and let FryAway take care of the oily mess.