THE BEST GRILLED BURGERS
When summer nights call for a grilled burger, this one is our go-to. We season only the outside of each patty right before grilling to help a build a nice crust. Our trick for forming the patties is a real time saver, especially if you are cooking for a crowd. You can also form them the day before; place in an airtight container with parchment paper in between to help with party-day prep.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Form the ground beef into four 8-ounce patties. A quick and easy way to do this is to divide the meat into 4 piles. Place a pile on the top of a deli container lid. Take a second deli container lid and place the top of it against the meat. Press down evenly and firmly and watch as a perfect patty forms. Repeat with the remaining meat. Make an indentation in the middle of each patty with your thumb to keep the burger from shrinking as it cooks.
- Sprinkle each patty on both sides with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Lightly brush the grill grates with oil. Grill the patties, indentation-side up, until marked on the bottom, about 4 minutes. Flip and cook until marked and slightly firm, about 4 more minutes for medium-rare. For cheeseburgers, top with 1 slice cheese during the last minute of cooking if desired; cover the grill to melt. Remove to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.
- While the burgers cook, place the onion slices on the grill (try to keep them together in a disk). Cook until they are golden on one side, about 4 minutes, then flip with a metal spatula and sprinkle generously with salt. Cook on the other side until the onions are lightly charred and softened through, about 4 minutes, and transfer to a plate.
- Right before serving, toast the buns cut-side down on the grill. Top the bottom bun with a burger patty and layer with grilled onion, lettuce and a slice of tomato. Spread the inside of the top of each bun with some mayonnaise, mustard and ketchup. Arrange the pickle chips on top. Flip over to top the burgers and secure with a toothpick if desired.
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Esther Oluchi Chukwu
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best grilled burger recipe I've ever tried.
Rusane Beharie
[email protected]These burgers are so good, I could eat them every week. They're the perfect comfort food.
Beyond Borders Reptiles
[email protected]I like to serve these burgers with a side of grilled onions and mushrooms. It's a classic combination that always hits the spot.
Tsunadeisbay
[email protected]I've tried this recipe with different types of cheese, and I think cheddar is the best. It melts perfectly and adds a delicious flavor to the burgers.
Sarmila Thapa
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses ground chuck. It makes the burgers so juicy and flavorful.
Lekgawu Herna
[email protected]These burgers are so easy to make, I can have them on the table in less than 30 minutes. They're perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
Weinamechainsama Tumajarbisaun
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to make burgers, and this recipe is a keeper. The burgers are cooked perfectly, and the flavor is amazing.
Zion Dumas
[email protected]These burgers are so juicy and flavorful, I don't even need to add any condiments. They're perfect just the way they are.
stucco Chevy
[email protected]I love the smoky flavor that the grilled burgers have. They're so much better than burgers that are cooked in a pan.
nur Alowam
[email protected]I've made these burgers several times now, and they're always a hit. They're my go-to recipe for a delicious and satisfying burger.
Khloe hilton
[email protected]These burgers are perfect for a party. They're easy to make ahead of time, and they can be cooked on the grill or in the oven.
Zaaf Gaming
[email protected]I made these burgers for my picky kids, and they loved them! They said they were the best burgers they'd ever had.
Obinna Emmanuel
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of burgers, but these changed my mind. They're so juicy and flavorful, and the bun is perfectly toasted.
Aubrey Cute
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have everything I need on hand to make these burgers.
Bro R (Bro.)
[email protected]These burgers are so good, I could eat them every day. They're perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, or for a special occasion barbecue.
manoj pariyar
[email protected]I was amazed at how easy these burgers were to make. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to follow the recipe and make delicious burgers that my whole family loved.
Elizabeth Stitt
[email protected]I've tried a lot of different burger recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of spices is perfect, and the burgers are always cooked to perfection.
Dame Gabisa
[email protected]These burgers were a hit at my last barbecue! Everyone raved about how juicy and flavorful they were. I'll definitely be making them again.