Juicy Hamburgers (Printable)

Perfectly seasoned beef patties grilled to juicy perfection, served on toasted buns with classic toppings like cheese, crisp lettuce, and ripe tomatoes.

# What You Need:

→ Beef Patties

01 - 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
02 - 1 tsp salt
03 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
04 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
06 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

→ Burger Assembly

07 - 4 hamburger buns
08 - 4 slices cheddar cheese (optional)
09 - 1 large tomato, sliced
10 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
11 - 4 lettuce leaves
12 - 4 slices dill pickle
13 - Ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard to taste

# How To Make It:

01 - Combine ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce in a large bowl. Mix gently until just combined—avoid overworking the meat.
02 - Divide mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape into patties approximately 3/4-inch thick, creating a slight indentation in the center of each to prevent puffing during cooking.
03 - Heat grill or skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
04 - Place patties on the preheated surface. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side for medium doneness, flipping once. If adding cheese, place a slice on each patty during the final minute and cover to melt.
05 - Lightly toast hamburger buns on the grill or skillet for 1–2 minutes until golden and slightly crisp.
06 - Layer lettuce on the bottom bun, add the cooked patty, then arrange tomato, onion, pickles, and condiments as desired. Top with the upper bun and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The Worcestershire sauce creates an umami depth that makes people ask whats your secret
  • That center indentation prevents the puffing up that turns burgers into meatballs
  • Everything comes together in 25 minutes making it perfect for any night of the week
02 -
  • Never press down on burgers with your spatula unless you want all those juices to escape
  • Let meat come to room temperature for about 20 minutes before hitting the heat
  • Rest patties for a few minutes after cooking so the juices redistribute evenly
03 -
  • Making a slight well in the center of each patty prevents the burger puffing up while cooking
  • Toast buns cut side down for better texture and to prevent sogginess
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