Burger Bowls with House Sauce and Ranch Fries Recipe
These Burger Bowls with House Sauce and Ranch Fries are a delicious and comforting dish featuring well-seasoned ground beef cooked to juicy perfection, served alongside crispy ranch-seasoned waffle fries, fresh toppings, and a creamy, tangy house sauce that complements every bite. Perfect for a casual meal that feels indulgent yet easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Beef and Seasoning
- 1 lb. ground beef (85/15 for the juiciest)
- 2 teaspoons burger seasoning (one teaspoon per side)
Toppings
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Diced burger pickles
Ranch Fries
- 1 22-ounce bag frozen waffle fries
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 1-ounce packet ranch seasoning mix (or 3 tablespoons)
House Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayo
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon horseradish
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 clove grated garlic
Instructions
- Prepare the Ranch Fries: Preheat your oven and bake the waffle fries according to the package directions. Once baked, add the butter directly to the sheet pan with the fries and toss to coat, ensuring the fries become juicy and flavorful. After that, sprinkle the ranch seasoning over the fries, adjusting the amount based on your preference and the quantity of fries, then toss again to evenly distribute the seasoning.
- Make the House Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the mayo, ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and grated garlic until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed. This sauce can also be substituted with a store-bought burger sauce if preferred.
- Cook the Beef: Heat a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet over high heat without oil, ensuring it is very hot to achieve a proper sear. Season one side of the ground beef with 1 teaspoon of burger seasoning. Place the beef in the pan seasoned side down and resist breaking it up immediately. Let it cook undisturbed for several minutes to develop a browned crust while the fat renders.
- Finish the Beef: Sprinkle the remaining teaspoon of seasoning over the exposed side of the beef. After a few more minutes, flip the beef, breaking it up into fork-sized chunks while cooking further to maintain juiciness. Continue cooking until well-browned, then remove the beef from heat.
- Assemble the Burger Bowls: In serving bowls, combine the juicy seasoned beef crumbles, the warm ranch fries, and the fresh toppings including shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and pickles. Drizzle generously with the prepared house sauce for a deliciously balanced meal.
Notes
- Use an 85/15 ground beef ratio to ensure the meat stays juicy and flavorful.
- For extra crispy fries, spread them out evenly on the sheet pan and avoid overcrowding.
- The house sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet to prevent sticking and achieve the best sear on the beef.
- Adjust ranch seasoning amount on fries to suit your taste preference for ranch flavor intensity.
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