Description
This recipe delivers juicy, flavorful grilled burgers with a secret seasoning blend that ensures perfect BBQ results every time. Easy to prepare and perfect for any backyard cookout.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Burger buns (for serving)
- Cheese slices (cheddar or American, optional)
- Lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles (for toppings)
- Condiments like ketchup, mustard, or mayo (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add 1 pound (450g) of ground beef. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, and a pinch of cayenne (if using). Pour in 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce. Gently combine with your hands—don’t overmix. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions (about 4 ounces/113g each). Shape each into a round patty roughly ¾ inch (2 cm) thick. Press a slight dimple in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent puffing up during cooking. This takes about 5 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high (around 400°F/204°C). If using charcoal, wait until the coals are glowing red with a light layer of ash. Oil the grates lightly using a brush or paper towel dipped in olive oil (about 1 tablespoon). Heating takes about 10 minutes.
- Place patties on the hot grill, spacing them evenly. Cook for about 4 minutes on the first side without pressing down. Flip once using a spatula, and cook for another 3-4 minutes for medium doneness. Add cheese slice during the last minute if desired and close the grill lid to melt. Use an instant-read thermometer to check for 160°F (71°C) if unsure. Total grilling time is 8-9 minutes.
- Remove burgers from the grill and let them rest on a plate for 5 minutes to redistribute juices.
- Toast buns lightly on the grill if desired. Assemble burgers with toppings and condiments. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.
Notes
Do not overmix the meat to avoid tough burgers. Use 80/20 ground beef for best juiciness. Press a dimple in the center of patties to prevent puffing. Avoid pressing burgers while grilling to keep juices inside. Let burgers rest after grilling to redistribute juices. Toast buns lightly on the grill for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger patty (with
- Calories: 290
- Fat: 22
- Protein: 22
Keywords: grilled burgers, BBQ burgers, juicy burgers, secret seasoning blend, backyard BBQ, easy burger recipe