Step 2

Place patty ingredients in a bowl and mix well with your hands. Roll the meat into a ball then pat down gently into a patty slightly larger than the bun. Press down with the back of your hand to make a dent in the middle of the patty – this will prevent the burger from doming up and shrinking while cooking.

Step 4

Preheat oven grill on high. Place bun on a tray, cut face up, and toast until the surface is light golden. Remove from oven and set aside.

Step 6

We're going use 2 pans here – one for the bacon and onion, the other for the patty and egg. Place bacon in a cold, non-stick frypan over medium-high heat. As the pan heats up, the fat will melt and the bacon will cook in its own fat. Cook until the bacon is golden (about 3 minutes), turn and cook the other side until golden. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 8

Return the pan to high heat. Add onion with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook in the bacon fat until golden – about 3 to 4 minutes. Add to the plate with the bacon (I pile it on top, which keeps the bacon warm).

Step 10

Meanwhile, in a separate non-stick frypan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium high heat. Sprinkle the burger patty with ¼ teaspoon of salt (some on each side). Place in the pan and cook for 2 minutes. Turn then place 2 slices of cheese on the burger. Cook for a further 2 minutes, then transfer to a plate. Return the pan to the stove and reduce heat to medium. Crack an egg in and cook to your liking (I like runny yolks, which takes about 1½ minutes). Remove onto the plate.

Step 12

To assemble, butter the burger bun. Smear with tomato sauce then stack the burger components on in the following order: lettuce, tomato, beetroot, pineapple, beef burger patty, onion, bacon then egg. Smear the top lid with more tomato sauce then place the lid on top. Serve with crispy fries.

Step 13

Note: While I've provided the full arsenal of toppings for a classic burger experience, don't ever let anyone (including me) tell you what you should or should not have on your burger. The only rule is there are no rules!

Step 14

Also try: RecipeTin's crispy homemade fries and lamington fingers