How to Grill Burgers
When it comes to small backyard barbecues, there is nothing like a mouthwatering, flame-kissed burger on a toasted bun with all the fixings to satisfy your hunger cravings! Up your summer grilling game with all my best tips and tricks for how to grill burgers so they turn out juicy and amazing every time.
Servings: 4 burgers
Calories: 432kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds 80/20 or 85/15 ground beef
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Buns
- Cheese
- Lettuce
- Tomatoes sliced thick
- Onions sliced
- Condiments like ketchup mustard, and mayo
- Dill pickle slices
Instructions
- Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to reach medium-high heat, around 375 to 400 degrees F. Brush the grill grates to make sure they are clean.
- Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions. Use your hands to gently shape the meat into patties that are each about ¾- to 1-inch thick and slightly larger than the buns you plan to use. Make an indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to help the burgers cook more evenly and stay flat on the grill.
- Season the burgers generously on both sides with kosher salt and pepper. You can also use your favorite burger seasoning, if you like.
- Place the burgers on the hot grill and cook for 3-5 minutes to sear on the bottom.
- Flip and cook for another 3-5 minutes on the other side, until you reach your desired degree of doneness. Plan on 5-6 minutes total for rare, 6-7 minutes total for medium-rare, 8-9 minutes total for medium, and 9+ minutes for well-done. If adding cheese, place the slices on top of the burgers during the last 2 minutes of grilling so it can melt.
- Remove the burgers from the grill and let the rest for 5 minutes before serving so the juices can redistribute.
- Assemble the burgers with lettuce and tomato on the bottom bun, followed by the burger and other toppings and the top bun.
Notes
- Keep in mind that the burgers will cook differently depending on the size of your patties and just how hot the grill is. USDA guidelines call for ground beef to be cooked to 160 degrees F, although the temperature will continue to rise about 5 degrees after removing the burgers from the grill.
Nutrition
Calories: 432kcal | Protein: 29g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 121mg | Sodium: 114mg | Potassium: 459mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 3mg