Pan-Seared Steakburger with Frozen Custard Aioli

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-18 · Updated 2026-06-18

A juicy pan-seared steakburger topped with a creamy frozen custard-inspired aioli, combining rich beef flavor with a tangy, cool sauce for a fast-casual twist. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs ground beef (80/20), salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp frozen custard (softened)
• 1 tsp dijon mustard
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 4 burger buns
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 4 slices sliced tomato
• 4 slices sliced red onion

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 pound ground beef with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, mixing gently until just combined. Form into 4 equal patties approximately 3/4-inch thick.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms and the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
3. Step 3: While the burgers cook, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons softened frozen custard, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
4. Step 4: Toast 4 burger buns lightly in a separate pan or toaster. Spread a generous spoonful of the frozen custard aioli on the bottom halves, then layer with crisp lettuce leaves, the cooked steakburger patties, 4 slices of tomato, and 4 slices of red onion. Top with the bun tops and serve immediately.