🍔 Cheeseburger with Grilled Shrimp & Loaded Fries 🍟
A perfect combination of a juicy cheeseburger topped with seasoned grilled shrimp, complemented by crispy fries drizzled with a delicious creamy sauce. The ultimate comfort food!
📌 Ingredients:
For the Cheeseburger:
1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
4 burger buns
4 slices of cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp onion powder
1 tbsp olive oil (for grilling)
Lettuce (for the bottom of the bun)
Optional: pickles, onions, or your favorite toppings
For the Grilled Shrimp:
12-16 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
For the Loaded Fries:
2 cups French fries (frozen or homemade)
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tbsp sriracha (or your preferred hot sauce)
1 tbsp chopped green onions
1 tbsp paprika for garnish
🍽 Instructions:
Prepare the Shrimp:
In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from the heat and set aside.
Cook the Fries:
Cook the French fries according to the package instructions (or fry homemade fries).
Once cooked, place the fries on a serving plate.
Prepare the Loaded Fries:
While the fries are still hot, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over them. Allow the cheese to melt, then drizzle with sour cream and mayonnaise.
Drizzle with sriracha or your preferred hot sauce for an added kick, and garnish with chopped green onions and paprika.
Cook the Burger Patties:
Season the ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Form into 4 patties.
Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat, and cook the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the desired doneness is reached.
During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt.
Assemble the Cheeseburger:
Toast the burger buns lightly if desired. Place a layer of lettuce on the bottom of each bun.
Add the cheesy beef patty, followed by 3-4 grilled shrimp on top.
Add any additional toppings like pickles, onions, or sauces if desired, and cover with the top bun.
Serve:
Serve the loaded fries alongside the shrimp burger and enjoy this indulgent meal!
👩🍳 Pro Tip: You can add a squeeze of lemon juice over the shrimp for extra flavor and freshness.