Ground beef patties are a versatile and satisfying meal that can be served in a variety of ways. Whether you prefer your patties grilled, pan-fried, or baked, there are countless ways to add flavor and variety to this classic dish. With so many recipes to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to start. This guide will provide you with the best tips and tricks for cooking ground beef patties, ensuring that they are juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. From choosing the right ground beef to selecting the best seasonings and cooking methods, this article will provide you with all the information you need to make the perfect ground beef patty.
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BEEF PATTIES
Uncooked patties can be stored in the freezer and go straight into the oven when ready to use; they bake in just 15 minutes.From the book "Lucinda's Authentic Jamaican Kitchen," by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Wiley).
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes
Yield Makes 18 patties
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- To make the pastry, combine the flour, salt, baking powder, and curry powder in a large mixing bowl. Cut the butter into small pieces and add to the bowl. Working quickly and using your fingertips, squeeze together the flour mixture and butter and toss it together by scooping under the mixture with both hands. When the mixture resembles a very coarse meal, add the water to the bowl.
- With floured hands, mix and squeeze the dough just until it forms a ball. Knead it once or twice to combine it fully (the less kneading, the better). Spread the dough into 2 pieces, flattening each into a thick pancake. Wrap in plastic and set them in the refrigerator to chill for at least 15 minutes. (The dough will keep in the refrigerator up to 5 days. Remove it from the refrigerator a few minutes before using it.)
- For filling, mix together the beef, onion, scallions, garlic, peppers, and thyme in a large bowl. In a large skillet, heat the oil over high heat until it is very hot, and add the beef mixture. Fry until the meat is brown and the moisture is evaporated, about 8 minutes. Add the curry powder, salt, and black pepper, stirring occasionally over high heat, allowing a crust to form on the bottom of the pan.
- Add the water and stir the mixture, scraping the bottom to incorporate the browned crust. Add the breadcrumbs and stir. The consistency should be like a thick stew. Add more water as needed. Cover, reduce the heat to very low, and cook for 15 minutes. Set it aside to cool.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Cut each piece of the dough into 9 pieces. Using a rolling pin on a floured surface, roll out each piece of pastry into a rectangle shape with rounded edges. Spread a large spoonful of the cooled meat mixture over one side of the dough, leaving at least 1/2- to 3/4-inch border on the outside edge. Using your finger, paint water around the border. Fold the other side of the dough over, and roll and crimp the edges. Lightly press a floured fork around the edge of the patty.
- Place the patty onto a cookie sheet and repeat the procedure with the remaining dough. The patties may be covered in plastic and frozen at this point for later use. Brush each patty with the egg wash and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the patties begin to turn a golden color.
PERFECT BEEF BURGERS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 20m
Yield 4 burgers
Number Of Ingredients 5
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.
HAMBURGER STEAK WITH ONIONS AND GRAVY
An easy-to-make classic featuring tasty hamburger 'steaks' smothered in gravy and onions. Traditionally served with hot white rice or potatoes, it's a great way to dress up a pound of ground beef and you probably have all the ingredients on hand!
Provided by Anne Marie Sweden
Categories Main Dish Recipes Beef Salisbury Steak Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, egg, bread crumbs, pepper, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Form into 8 balls, and flatten into patties.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties and onion in the oil until patties are nicely browned, about 4 minutes per side. Remove the beef patties to a plate, and keep warm.
- Sprinkle flour over the onions and drippings in the skillet. Stir in flour with a fork, scraping bits of beef off of the bottom as you stir. Gradually mix in the beef broth and sherry. Season with seasoned salt. Simmer and stir over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes, until the gravy thickens. Turn heat to low, return patties to the gravy, cover, and simmer for another 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 115.3 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 597.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
BAKED BEEF PATTIES
This simple recipe turns ordinary burgers into an attractive tasty meal. You can make them ahead and bake when ready for dinner.-Diane Hixon, Niceville, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine 1-1/2 teaspoons of fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried), water, garlic salt, oregano, paprika and pepper. Add beef; mix well. Shape into four to six patties. Coat patties with flour; dip into egg and then crumbs. In a skillet, brown patties in butter. Arrange in a greased shallow baking dish. Pour half of the spaghetti sauce over patties. Sprinkle with cheeses; top with remaining sauce. Bake at 400° for 25 minutes or until meat is no longer pink. Sprinkle with remaining thyme. Serve patties and sauce on buns if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 636mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
DONNA'S SEASONED HAMBURGER PATTIES
Make and share this Donna's Seasoned Hamburger Patties recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Donna Luckadoo
Categories Meat
Time 25m
Yield 4 large burgers
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combined Ground Beef and other ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly.
- (I use my Hands).
- Make meat mixture into Patties and either fry in a skillet or Do like me and throw them on the Grill!
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249, Fat 17, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 103.1, Carbohydrate 1.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.3, Protein 21.2
BLUE PLATE BEEF PATTIES
A friend and I discovered this recipe together and both consider it a staple menu item. I fix the moist, mild-tasting patties often for family and friends. We love them with mashed potatoes, rice or noodles and the gravy, which gets great flavor from fresh mushrooms.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl, beat the egg; stir in onions, bread crumbs and mustard. Add beef and mix well. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties. , In an ungreased skillet, cook patties for 4-5 minutes on each side or until meat is no longer pink; drain. , In a small bowl, combine gravy, water and horseradish; add mushrooms. Pour over patties. Cook, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until mushrooms are tender and heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 24g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 170mg cholesterol, Sodium 825mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 41g protein.
BEEF PATTIES IN ONION GRAVY
Good "stand-by" meat-and-potatoes meal. This goes over big with husband and kids. Easy, quick, and tasty comfort food.
Provided by papergoddess
Categories Meat
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine all patty ingredients;mix thouroughly with your hands and shape into 4 patties.
- Spray a non-stick skillet, and brown patties on both sides.
- Add dry onion soup mix and 1 1/2 cup water.
- Cover pan tightly and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Remove patties to a plate.
- In a gravy shaker or jar, combine 1/2 cup water with 2 tbs. flour.
- Stir flour and water into onion gravy.
- Stir constantly with a whisk until it comes to a boil.
- Boil 1 minute.
- Return patties to pan.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or hot cooked noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.1, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 123.6, Sodium 992, Carbohydrate 19.4, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.5, Protein 25.6
Tips:
- Choose the right ground beef. For juicy, flavorful patties, use ground beef with at least 80% lean meat and 20% fat.
- Season the beef well. Use a combination of salt, pepper, and garlic powder to season the beef before cooking. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as onion powder, chili powder, or smoked paprika.
- Don't overwork the beef. Overworking the beef will make the patties tough. Mix the beef just until it is combined.
- Form the patties gently. Use your hands to gently form the beef into patties. Don't press down on the patties, or they will become dense.
- Cook the patties over medium heat. Cooking the patties over medium heat will help them cook evenly and prevent them from burning.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness. The internal temperature of the patties should reach 160 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare, 165 degrees Fahrenheit for medium, or 170 degrees Fahrenheit for well-done.
- Let the patties rest before serving. Let the patties rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the patties.
Conclusion:
With these tips, you can make delicious, juicy ground beef patties every time. Whether you're grilling them, frying them, or baking them, these patties are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, reach for some ground beef and start cooking!
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