Burger Bowls with House Sauce and Ranch Fries Recipe
A delicious and satisfying burger bowl recipe combining juicy, seasoned ground beef crumbles with crispy ranch seasoned waffle fries, fresh toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles, all tied together with a creamy house sauce for a flavorful, low-carb meal alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Burger Beef
- 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 mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon horseradish
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 clove grated garlic
Instructions
- Prepare ranch fries: Bake the frozen waffle fries according to the package directions. Once baked, add butter directly to the sheet pan and toss the fries to coat them evenly, making them juicy. Then sprinkle the fries with the ranch seasoning mix, adjusting the amount based on the quantity of fries and your preference for ranch flavor. Toss well to combine and set aside.
- Make the house sauce: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and grated garlic. Taste the sauce and season with salt if needed. Alternatively, you may use a store-bought burger sauce as a time saver.
- Cook the beef: Heat a well-seasoned cast iron skillet over high heat with no oil. The pan should be very hot to achieve a good sear on the beef. Season one side of the ground beef with 1 teaspoon of burger seasoning. Place the beef in the pan seasoned side down. Avoid stirring or breaking it up immediately; leave it undisturbed for several minutes to develop a browned crust and render some fat.
- Finish the beef: Sprinkle the other side of the beef with the remaining teaspoon of seasoning. After a few minutes, flip the beef over in large chunks, breaking it up into fork-sized pieces but not too small, to maintain juiciness and texture. Continue cooking until well browned, then remove from the heat.
- Assemble the burger bowls: In serving bowls, layer the juicy ground beef crumbles, ranch-seasoned waffle fries, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and diced pickles. Drizzle generously with the house sauce. Serve immediately for a flavorful and hearty meal.
Notes
- For best results, use high-quality ground beef with an 85/15 lean-to-fat ratio to ensure juicy patties.
- Make sure your cast iron skillet is very hot before adding beef to get a nice sear and crust.
- Adjust ranch seasoning on fries to your taste for more or less ranch flavor.
- The house sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to add other toppings like shredded cheese or sliced onions if desired.
Keywords: burger bowl, ground beef, ranch fries, waffle fries, house sauce, easy dinner, low-carb alternative, skillet burger, quick recipe
