How to Make a Great Hamburger

Recipe Date:
May 28, 2020
Serving Size:
4
Cook Time:
01:00:00
Difficulty:
Easy
Measurements:
Imperial (US)
Ingredients
- 1 lb 80% lean and 20% fat ground beef
- Salt
- Pepper
- Five Spice
- Mushroom Powder
- Garlic Powder
- Smoked Paprika (Optional)
Directions
I’m sure a truly great hamburger doesn’t require a lot of ingredients. You only need a few seasonings and some good ground beef. Many recipes call for lean ground beef, but the best beef for making hamburger patties is 80% lean and 20% fat ground beef. You really need the fat in the meat to make juicy flavorful burgers.
- 80% lean ground beef to a large bowl
- Add, salt, pepper, five-spice, garlic powder, mushroom powder, and smoked paprika
- Mix with your hands until well combined
- Divide the beef into quarters and form four hamburger patties 3/4 inch thick, or thicker if want them rarer
- Use your thumbs or knuckle to make an indention in the middle of the patties
- Grill over medium-high heat for about 4 minutes on each side
- Serve on a toasted hamburger or brioche bun
- Build your burger with your favorite burger toppings (lettuce, tomato, raw or grilled onion, etc.)
How to Make a Great Cheeseburger
This burger recipe makes awesome cheeseburgers! Just add a slice of cheese to the top of each burger patty about 1 minute before they are ready to come off the grill. This will give the cheese enough time to melt. I highly recommend sliced provolone cheese on these.