Best 8 Best Beef Burger Recipes

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Who doesn't love a juicy, flavorful beef burger? Whether you're firing up the grill for a backyard barbecue or cooking indoors on a weeknight, a great burger can satisfy any craving. But with so many different recipes and cooking methods out there, it can be hard to know where to start. In this article, we'll help you find the best beef burger recipe for your taste and skill level. We'll cover everything from choosing the right type of beef to picking the perfect bun, and we'll even share some tips for cooking the perfect burger every time.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

PERFECT BEEF BURGERS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 4 burgers

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 pounds 80% lean ground beef chuck
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
8 thin slices cheddar cheese (optional)
4 soft sesame buns, split
Bibb lettuce and sliced tomato, for topping

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the ground beef evenly with 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Gently form the meat into 4 balls, then lightly press into 4-inch-wide, 1-inch-thick patties. Make a 2-inch-wide indentation in the center of each with your thumb to prevent the burgers from bulging when grilled.
  • Preheat a grill to high. Season the patties with salt and pepper. Grill, undisturbed, until marked on the bottom, 3 to 5 minutes. Turn and grill until the other side is marked and the patties feel firm, 3 to 5 more minutes; if desired, top each burger with 2 slices cheese during the last 2 minutes of cooking and cover with a disposable aluminum pan to melt.
  • Serve the patties on the buns; top with lettuce and tomato.

BEST BEEF BURGER



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Customize this American classic with toppings such as cheese, tomatoes, raw or grilled onion, pickles, jalapenos, and more.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds ground chuck
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Coarse salt and pepper
4 hamburger buns

Steps:

  • Heat grill to high. In a medium bowl, use a fork to gently combine beef, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce; season with salt and pepper. Gently form mixture into four 1-inch-thick patties.
  • Place patties on hottest part of grill; sear until browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Move patties to cooler part of grill; continue grilling until desired doneness, 4 to 8 minutes per side.
  • Split the hamburger buns and toast on the grill if you like; place a burger on each bun and serve with the desired accompaniments.

BEST HAMBURGER EVER



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These burgers are the best on the grill in the summertime. Jam-packed with all kinds of stuff, and no tasteless bread crumbs!

Provided by UNIVSTUDENT

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Burger Recipes     100+ Hamburger Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
½ onion, finely chopped
½ cup shredded Colby Jack or Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 egg
1 (1 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon crushed dried rosemary
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill for high heat.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, onion, cheese, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, egg, onion soup mix, garlic, garlic powder, parsley, basil, oregano, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Form into 4 patties.
  • Grill patties for 5 minutes per side on the hot grill, or until well done. Serve on buns with your favorite condiments.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 173.6 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 966.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

THE BEST BEEF BURGER



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Adding a bit of water to the mixture ensures that the patties stay deliciously moist as they cook to well done.You might also like these Popular Burger Recipes.

Provided by Canadian Living Cooks

Categories     Barbeque,bbq,beef,canada day,dinner,grill,lunch,Main,North American,quick and easy

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 egg
2 tbsp water
¼ cup dry breadcrumbs
1 small onion, grated
2 tsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp salt
½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
¼ tsp pepper
1 lb(s) lean ground beef
4 hamburger bun

Steps:

  • In bowl, beat egg and water with fork; mix in bread crumbs, onion, mustard, salt, Worcestershire and pepper.
  • Mix in beef.
  • Shape into four 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick patties. (Make-ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 6 hours. Or layer between waxed paper in airtight container and freeze for up to 1 month; thaw in refrigerator).
  • Place patties on greased grill over medium-high heat; close lid and cook, turning patties once, for about 10 minutes or until no longer pink inside.
  • Place in hamburger buns.

BEST BEEF BURGER RECIPE



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This easy Homemade Beef Burger Recipe will have you skip the drive-through and head home to chow down on these instead! Super easy, only 5 ingredients!

Provided by Kylee Cooks

Categories     Dinner     Grilling

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lb ground beef
1 tsp cracked pepper
1 tsp kosher salt
2 Tbs dijon mustard
1.5 Tbs Worcestershire sauce
Hamburger buns
Lettuce
Tomato (sliced)
Cheese
Onions (sliced)

Steps:

  • Combine ground beef, pepper, salt, mustard and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Gently form mixture into 8 patties.
  • Heat grill or skillet to high.
  • Cook patties 2-3 minutes per side (if you make them thicker, you'll need to cook them longer)
  • Serve on grilled hamburger buns with lettuce, tomato, cheese and onions. Pickles if you must.
  • Devour!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 81 mg, Sodium 449 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 11 g

BEEF BURGERS



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I know it is not the time of year for BBQing but I had my niece over last night and she loves her hamburgers, so I made beef and chicken burgers.

Provided by The Flying Chef

Categories     Meat

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 patties

Number Of Ingredients 11

850 g mince meat
1 onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
50 ml tomato puree
1 1/2 tablespoons italian mixed herbs
1 tablespoon parsley
60 ml tomato ketchup
3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 cup parmesan cheese
1 large egg (or 2 medium eggs)
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, flakes (Japanese breadcrumbs available at most Asian grocery stores, regular are fine but you probably need )

Steps:

  • Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl until thoroughly combined.
  • Shape into patties, it will make 6 large burgers and about 8 smaller ones.
  • Heat a small amount of oil in a pan and cook until well browned on each side and meat is cooked through.
  • Serve on buns with your favourite condiments.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 45.7, Sodium 504.5, Carbohydrate 16, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 4.4, Protein 10

HOME MADE BEEF BURGERS



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Delicious beef burgers perfect for barbequeing

Provided by JAYv2

Time 30m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Heat up the oil in a frying pan and add the diced onions.
  • Reduce down the heat and let the onions sweat slowly, adding in the garlic to ensure it doesn't burn and become bitter.
  • Add the beef to a mixing bowl and break up with your fingers.
  • Tip in the onions and garlic, once cooled slightly and mix together thoroughly.
  • Add salt and pepper and the dijon mustard.
  • Pour in the egg and ensure that it has been mixed right the way through the beef and onions.
  • Seperate the mixture into 4 portions and start moulding using your hands into burgers. Create a depression in the centre, this will ensure the burgers cook evenly and flat. Place in the fridge to chilled and stiffen.
  • Once chilled and with the barbeque lit and the coals simmered down, place the burgers on the BBQ.
  • Ensure that each side has sealed, if not they'll fall apart when you lift them off. Turn them over until cooked through or to the desired pinkness in the centre.
  • Serve on crusty ciabatta with fresh watercress or leafy salad and enjoy. These can be frozen and defrosted for use later on.

THE BEST HAMBURGER RECIPE (AND AMAZING SECRET SAUCE)



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Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef (I used 80/20 - fattier meat means a juicier burger!)
1/2 cup shredded Monterey jack cheese
1/4 cup BBQ sauce
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup pickle relish
2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
5 hamburger buns (we like sesame seed buns)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, shredded cheese, bbq sauce, and seasonings. Don't add too much bbq sauce or the patties will have a hard time taking shape. Shape patties that are about 1 inch thick (about 5 patties). (You can also freeze the patties after shaping them for about 1 hour to help them hold their shape.)
  • Turn grill up to high and let it get hot.
  • Reduce heat to medium-high and place the burgers on the grill. Allow this side of the patty to cook for about 4-6 minutes, but make sure it does not burn. Then flip the burger over and cook until done.
  • For the sauce, combine all sauce ingredients and whisk until well mixed. Taste and adjust ingredients to your liking.
  • Assemble the burgers and serve with the special sauce and other hamburger toppings of choice.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 60 kcal, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 622 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Sugar 7 g, Protein 1 mg

Tips:

  • Choose the right beef: Opt for a blend of chuck and sirloin for the perfect balance of flavor and texture.
  • Grind your own beef: Freshly ground beef delivers superior taste and allows you to control the fat content.
  • Season simply: Salt and pepper are all you need for a classic burger. Add other seasonings sparingly to avoid overpowering the beef.
  • Don't overwork the meat: Mixing the ingredients too much will result in a tough burger. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Form the patties gently: Handle the meat as little as possible and avoid pressing down on the patties. This will help keep them tender and juicy.
  • Cook the burgers over medium-high heat: This will create a nice crust on the outside while keeping the inside moist and flavorful.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: Give the burgers enough space to cook evenly without steaming.
  • Flip the burgers only once: Flipping them too often will make them dry and tough. Flip them once, after about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  • Use a meat thermometer: The most accurate way to ensure that the burgers are cooked to your desired doneness is to use a meat thermometer.
  • Let the burgers rest before serving: This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more flavorful and tender burger.

Conclusion:

Crafting the ultimate beef burger is an art that requires careful attention to detail. By following these tips, you can elevate your burgers from ordinary to extraordinary, impressing your taste buds and wowing your dinner guests. Remember, the key to a great burger lies in the quality of the ingredients, the technique used, and the love and passion you put into the cooking process. So fire up the grill and embark on a delicious journey to burger perfection!

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