How to Cook Juicy Hamburgers
When having a backyard cookout, grill up some juicy burgers to satisfy the appetite of your family and friends. The proper cooking technique is just as important as choosing the right type of meat. Avoid flattening the burgers with a spatula as this will cause the internal juices to escape. While many people enjoy burgers made from ground beef, you can cut down on fat by using ground turkey. Grilling Companion recommends making an indentation in the middle of each burger to prevent the juices from running off the sides. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Ground beef or chicken
- Salt
- Ground black pepper
- Worcestershire sauce
- Metal spatula
Instructions
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Ignite your charcoal or turn your gas grill to a medium-high heat. Divide your ground meat into equal portions. Mold each of the portions into a spherical shape.
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Flatten the balls until each portion has a thickness of around 1/2 inch. Season your burger patties using salt and ground black pepper. Create an indentation in the middle of each patty using your thumb.
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Pour a small amount of Worcestershire sauce in the center of each burger patty. Align the burger patties onto the grate of your gas or charcoal grill. Allow the underside of the burgers to cook for 4 to 5 minutes.
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Flip the burgers gently with a spatula as you see juices begin to collect around the indentation of the patties. Allow the burgers to cook for another 1 to 2 minutes. Serve these juicy homemade burgers atop a toasted bun.
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