Nothing says summer like a juicy burger hot off the grill! This tried and true recipe is so simple and tastes delicious every time. Yeah you can make the perfect burger!
Try a homemade BBQ Sauce with it like Traditional Barbecue Sauce, Sugar Free BBQ Sauce or Spicy Peach BBQ Sauce.
Try it with a side of Veggie Pasta Salad or Mexican Elote Grilled Corn Salad!
Ingredients
- Ground chuck (1/4-1/3 lb per burger)
- Salt
- Pepper (fresh ground is best)
- Garlic Powder
- Seasoned Salt
Preparation
- Divide the meat into sections: ¼ or 1/3 lb.
- Form patties, do not over-handle the burger.
- Keep thickness of patty to ½” thick.
- Place formed patties on platter—evenly sprinkle one side with all seasonings.
- Flip patties over and repeat seasoning.
- Place patties on hot grill.
- Grill 4-5 mins per side (set a timer) depending on desired doneness.
Do's & Don'ts
• No matter how tempted you are, DO NOT press the burgers with a spatula. It releases the fat which makes your burger dry.
• Keep burger chilled until forming patties; DO NOT over handle as it breaks down the fat. Put cold patties on grill. Keep burgers chilled after forming if grill is not ready.
• DO skip the lean ground beef if you’re wanting a juicy, flavorful burger.
• Dimpling, thick edges, and other “tricks” are not necessary—Make burgers all the same size and thickness so they cook evenly.
• DO add cheese last 15-20 seconds of cooking duration.
Mix it up
Try different cheeses to change up the flavor.
Vary Condiments offer up BBQ sauce, avocado, and other toppings besides ketchup, mustard, pickles, lettuce and onion.
Toasting the buns is a nice touch, too.
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