Name: Bold Burger Bowls Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ½ teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon onion powder; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon dried oregano or mixed herbs; 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 500 grams lean beef mince; 2-3 medium potatoes; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; Cheese, regular or dairy-free, as desired; Pickle slices, as desired; Lettuce, shredded, as desired; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 1 teaspoon Dijon or yellow mustard; 1 teaspoon pickle juice (from pickle jar); 4 tablespoons mayonnaise; ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

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Introduction

Bold Burger Bowls are a satisfying twist on the classic burger, offering all the flavors you love in a fresh, bowl-friendly format. Crispy spiced chips, savory beef, and a tangy homemade sauce come together for an easy, delicious meal.

A bowl filled with four main layers is shown on a white marbled texture. The bottom layer is fresh green lettuce and leafy greens. Above the greens, on the left side, there are bright red sliced tomatoes arranged in a neat row. Next to the tomatoes, on the right side, there are thin round slices of pale green pickles. Below the pickles and tomatoes, there is a generous portion of cooked ground beef with a rich brown color and crumbly texture. Finally, on the bottom left corner of the bowl, thick golden-brown roasted potato wedges with crisp edges are placed. The entire dish is drizzled with a creamy light orange sauce and sprinkled with chopped green herbs. Two small white bowls filled with the same sauce appear blurred in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano or mixed herbs
1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Cheese, regular or dairy-free
Pickle slices
500 grams lean beef mince
Lettuce, shredded
2-3 medium potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 teaspoon Dijon or yellow mustard
1 teaspoon pickle juice from the pickle jar
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
½ teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

Step 1: Stir together the salt, onion powder, black pepper, oregano or mixed herbs, smoked paprika, and garlic powder in a small bowl and set aside.
Step 2: Wash and slice the potatoes into thin chips. Dry thoroughly with paper towels. Place the chips in a large bowl, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, and toss with half of the spice mix until evenly coated.
Step 3: Spread the chips on a baking tray in a single layer and bake at 200°C (390°F) for 30–40 minutes, or cook in an air fryer for about 20 minutes, until crisp and golden.
Step 4: While the chips cook, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a frying pan over high heat. Add the beef mince and break it apart as it cooks. Sprinkle the remaining spice mix over the meat and continue cooking until it darkens and all the liquid evaporates.
Step 5: In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, mustard, pickle juice, mayonnaise, and smoked paprika to make the burger sauce. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Step 6: Once the chips are done, divide them between serving bowls. Top each with shredded lettuce, the cooked beef, cheese, and pickle slices. Drizzle with the burger sauce and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

For extra crispy chips, soak the sliced potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before drying and seasoning.
Substitute beef mince with ground turkey or plant-based mince for a different protein.
Add sliced tomatoes or red onions for extra freshness and crunch.
Use dairy-free cheese and mayonnaise to make this recipe suitable for vegan diets.

Storage

Store any leftover components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat the chips in the oven or air fryer to regain crispness. The beef can be reheated gently in a pan. Assemble bowls fresh before serving for the best texture.

How to Serve

A round white bowl filled with six sections of different ingredients placed side by side. The first section has roasted potato wedges with a golden brown crispy skin. Next to it, there is seasoned cooked ground beef with a deep brown color and crumbly texture. Above the beef, shredded green lettuce is layered and topped with five pickle slices drizzled with a light orange sauce in a zigzag pattern. To the left of the lettuce, there is a heap of thick, smooth light orange sauce with reddish seasoning on top. Above the sauce, thin slices of cherry tomatoes form a bright red section. The last section contains sliced pickles with a green color and a sprinkle of green herbs. The bowl is placed on a wooden surface with a small white bowl filled with more of the light orange sauce blurred in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the spice mix ahead of time?

Yes, the spice mix can be prepared in advance and stored in an airtight container for weeks, making meal prep quicker and easier.

What if I don’t have an air fryer?

Using a conventional oven works just as well. Bake the chips at 200°C (390°F) for 30–40 minutes, turning once halfway through for even crisping.