Perfect Basic Burger (Printable Version)
Juicy, seasoned beef patty grilled to perfection, served on toasted buns with fresh toppings for a classic meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Beef
01 -
500 g ground beef (80/20 fat ratio)
→ Seasoning
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5 g kosher salt
03 -
2 g freshly ground black pepper
→ Cooking fat
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15 g unsalted butter
→ Buns
05 -
4 quality burger buns
# Steps:
01 -
Keep the ground beef cold before handling. Divide into four equal portions without compressing. Form each portion gently into patties using light pressure, making each patty slightly larger than the buns to compensate for shrinkage. Create a small dimple in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.
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Season both sides of the patties generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper just before cooking, ensuring even distribution by seasoning from a height.
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Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat until fully hot to ensure proper crust formation on the patties.
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Add unsalted butter to the pan and melt. Place patties in the pan and allow a crust to develop without pressing down. Flip the patties only once, cooking each side until desired doneness is reached. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature accuracy.
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Remove patties from heat and let them rest for several minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
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Warm the burger buns lightly in the pan or oven just before serving to enhance texture and flavor.
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Place the rested patties on the toasted buns and customize with preferred toppings. Serve immediately while hot.
# Notes:
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Starting with cold meat improves handling and shape retention. Do not overwork the meat to maintain tenderness. Resting patties post-cooking ensures juiciness. Season from a height for even coverage.