This hamburger recipe exemplifies simplicity and perfection, requiring only four ingredients—no fillers necessary. Homemade hamburger patties are straightforward, needing just seasoning and a hot grill or skillet.
Holly’s Recipe Highlights
Flavor: These patties are juicy and flavorful, without any fillers.
Skill level: The preparation of these hamburger patties is remarkably easy, allowing for advance preparation.
Toppings: These basic yet delicious burgers can be enhanced with your preferred toppings such as tomato, lettuce, pickles, onion, bacon, or sautéed mushrooms.
Budget tip: Transform leftovers into an entirely new dish! Incorporate them into hamburger soup, chili, or spaghetti sauce.
Freezing: These hamburger patties can be conveniently frozen; refer to the recipe notes for guidance.
Choosing Beef For Homemade Hamburger Patties
Ground Beef: A truly excellent hamburger begins with the appropriate meat. I recommend an 80/20 blend of ground beef (also known as lean ground beef).
This blend contains sufficient fat to maintain the moisture of the hamburger patties without being greasy or causing flare-ups.
Regular ground beef tends to have excessive fat that drips onto the grill, while extra-lean beef can lead to dryness.
Seasonings: Worcestershire sauce aids in browning the beef and contributes a delightful savory flavor. The seasonings are uncomplicated. The salt in this burger recipe can be substituted with a homemade burger seasoning.
Cheese (optional): Cheddar cheese is among the finest choices for topping a burger, but feel free to explore other options such as pepper jack.
How to Cook Hamburgers
I reserve breadcrumbs for meatloaf and allow the flavor in this recipe to derive from the beef itself!
Combine beef, grated onion, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Shape the patties and create an indentation in the center of each with your thumb to prevent them from puffing up during cooking. Chill as directed in the recipe below.
GRILL: Cook the burgers over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side.
STOVETOP: Utilize a heavy-duty skillet or cast-iron skillet. Cook the burgers over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side.
AIR FRYER: Arrange the prepared patties in a single layer in the air fryer. Cook for 6 minutes, flip, and then cook for an additional 3-5 minutes.
The secret to achieving perfect hamburgers, irrespective of the cooking technique employed, lies in the use of a meat thermometer.
Burgers should attain a temperature of 160°F or slightly lower, as they will continue to cook after being taken off the heat.
Additionally, it is essential to allow the burgers to rest for a few minutes prior to serving.
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Holly’s ProTips for Great Burgers
Utilize 80/20 lean ground beef to ensure a bit of fat for enhanced flavor.
Mix the meat mixture just until combined; excessive mixing will result in a tough burger.
Employ your thumb or the back of a spoon to create an indentation in the center of each patty. This technique will prevent bulging in the center.
Hamburger patties will contract and become slightly thicker during cooking, so shape them a bit larger than your bun.
Once the burger is fully cooked, place a slice of cheese atop each patty and allow it to rest until melted for the ideal cheeseburger.
Sides to Savor
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Notes
Utilize the large side of a box grater to grate the onion.
To Freeze: Hamburgers can be frozen (either raw or cooked and cooled) with parchment paper placed between each patty for a duration of up to one month.
To Cook on the Stove Top
Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
Season the exterior of the burgers with salt and pepper according to taste.
Introduce 1 tablespoon of olive oil into the skillet. Add the beef patties and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side or until they reach 160°F.
Allow to rest for 5 minutes. Serve on toasted rolls or buns.
Air Fryer
Arrange the prepared patties in a single layer within the air fryer. Cook for 6 minutes on one side, flip, and continue cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes.
Store raw burgers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Store cooked burgers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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INGREDIENTS
- 1 1/2 pounds ground chuck (80 to 85% lean)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 homemade hamburger buns
- Desired toppings and condiments
In a large bowl gently mix the beef, salt and pepper together.
Divide the homemade hamburger meat into 4 equal portions.
With your hands, gently and lightly shape each portion into a 3/4 to 1-inch thick round patty.
Press the center of each patty down in the center to create a 1/4-inch indentation.
This will help prevent your homemade hamburgers from bulging in the middle as they cook.
Rub oil around a Cast-Iron Grill/Griddle or a Large Cast Iron Skillet placed on the stove over medium heat.
When the oil is glistening and pan is hot, place the burgers into the pan indentation side up.
Cook until the burgers are browned on the bottom, about 4 minutes.
Flip the burgers over with a sturdy spatula and continue to cook 4 to 5 more minutes or until they reach desired doneness.
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