BEST BURGER EVER

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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 26m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces sirloin steak meat, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
8 ounces chuck steak meat, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
8 ounces lamb shoulder meat, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
Kosher salt
4 ounces grated Cheddar, smoked if preferred
4 hamburger buns
Mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Special equipment: Chimney starter, all-natural lump charcoal and kettle grill
  • Pass the meat through the coarsest die of a food grinder. Place the ground meat into a bowl and mix together to evenly distribute the different types of meat. Place in the refrigerator uncovered, for 2 hours.
  • After 2 hours, fill a large chimney starter with charcoal and light. Once the coals are ashy white, transfer to a kettle grill and spread evenly. Set grate over coals.
  • While the coals are heating, shape the meat into 4 patties that are 6 ounces in weight and 3/4-inch thick. Sprinkle each patty on both sides with the salt. Place on the grill and do not move for 2 minutes. Flip the burgers every 2 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 135 degrees on an instant-read thermometer. Watch for hot spots and move the burgers if flare-ups occur. Resist the urge to smash down on the patties. Remove the burgers from the heat to a plate and prepare the buns by placing them on the grill, cut side down for 1 to 2 minutes. Remove and place them cut side up on a platter. Divide the cheese evenly between the top buns, set the meat patty on top of the cheese. Coat the cut side of each bottom bun with a little mayonnaise and set atop the meat. Allow each burger to sit upside down for a minute before flipping and consuming.

Anita Roy
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I've made this burger several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The patties are so juicy and flavorful, and the combination of toppings is perfect.


Nawaz Jutt
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I made this burger last night and it was a hit! My husband and kids loved it. The instructions were easy to follow and the burger turned out perfectly.


Ali Alihader
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This is the best burger I've ever had! The beef was juicy and flavorful, the bacon was crispy, and the cheese was melted perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


kaluthara piyarathana thero
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I've made this burger several times now and it's always a hit! The patties are so juicy and flavorful, and the combination of toppings is perfect.


Shamol Sarkar
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This burger is amazing! The beef is so juicy and flavorful, and the toppings are perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Tawananyasha Blessed Chakona
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I made this burger for a party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The burgers were cooked perfectly and the toppings were delicious.


Ahmad Hameed
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This is the best burger recipe I've ever tried. The burgers are so juicy and flavorful, and the toppings are perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Tyn'teonna Craft
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I've made this burger several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The patties are so juicy and flavorful, and the combination of toppings is perfect.


Kani Kanishka
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I made this burger last night and it was a hit! My husband and kids loved it. The instructions were easy to follow and the burger turned out perfectly.


Thabo Dikutle
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This was the best burger I've ever had! The beef was juicy and flavorful, the bacon was crispy, and the cheese was melted perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.