There is a restaurant here in Fargo called JL Beers. Its this small tiny narrow building and when you first look at it from the outside you wonder how they sit people in there. They serve beer and burgers and that is pretty much it. There is this one burger on their menu called the Humpty Dumpty. It’s pretty much the ideal breakfast burger and served with bacon and a fried egg on top. They are so delicious and they are easy to make at home on a large griddle.
You know those popular Blackstone griddles that are trending right now? You can make these burgers on those as well. I don’t own a Blackstone griddle and this griddle works just as fine.
Commonly referred to as a “fried egg burger” or “egg-topped burger,” this variation of a burger typically includes ingredients such as a beef patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, condiments, and, importantly, a fried or poached egg.
What Ingredients do I need?
In this section, you can find substitutes or suggestions for certain ingredients. I also will try and list out what the ingredients purpose is for.
Bun – Brioche buns are my favorite buns to use for burgers because they toast up nicely on a grill. English muffins would be really good with these as well.
Ground Beef – Any type of ground beef will work, 80/20, 96/4/ 93/7 etc… Use leaner meats for a lower point burger. Can also sub ground turkey.
Cheese – Cheddar cheese slices or your favorite type of cheese
Eggs – Large fried eggs, there’s just something about the yolk oozing out of the egg and dripping all over the side of the burger. It gets messy so have a lot of napkins on hand.
Bacon – precooked bacon
How to make Burgers with Fried Egg
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- Preheat a grill for high heat. When the grill is hot, lightly oil the grate. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, Onion salt, salt and pepper until well blended. Make large 4 balls, and flatten into patties.
- On one half of the patties, distribute the cheese.
- Grill the patties for 8 to 10 minutes per side, or until meat is well done, and cheese is melted.
- While the burgers are cooking, fry the 4 eggs in a non-stick skillet until the egg yolks are runny and the egg whites are no longer runny.
- Spread some butter on each side of the bun and toast the buns on a skillet after the eggs are done cooking.
- Assemble the burgers and enjoy!
Fried Egg Burger – Easy Fast Recipe
FAQ
What are names for egg burgers?
Why do you put an egg on a burger?
Where did fried egg on a burger originate?
What is a Humpty Dumpty burger?
What is an Egg Burger called?
Most commonly you will see an egg burger called just that, an ‘egg burger’. Some restaurants have coined their own terms for a burger with an egg on top including a ‘brunch burger’ or a burger ‘Humpty Dumpty’ style. How Do You Cook An Egg For A Burger? Generally, you want to maintain a runny yolk when adding an egg to a burger.
What is a burger topped with fried egg?
The burger itself typically consists of a beef patty that is seasoned and cooked to your liking, and then topped with a fried egg, cheese, and other toppings like lettuce, tomato, onion, and condiments. The egg adds an extra layer of richness and flavor to the burger, and the runny yolk can act as a sort of sauce, adding moisture to the burger.
How do you cook eggs on a Burger?
While burgers are cooking you will want to fry your eggs either on a skillet on the stove or on the grill. Heat a pan with 2 Tbsp butter over medium high heat. When the butter foams, break the eggs into the pan, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Reduce the heat to low and season the eggs with salt and pepper.
What does a Fried Egg Burger taste like?
The combination of flavors: The juicy beef patty, melted cheese, crispy bacon, and perfectly cooked fried egg create a delicious and satisfying flavor combination that is hard to resist. The textures: The runny yolk adds a creamy and rich texture to the burger, while the crispy edges of the fried egg provide a satisfying crunch.