How To Grill Hamburgers

Get ready to fire up the grill and impress your guests with perfectly grilled burgers. From lighting the coals to adding the last slice of cheese, we’re guiding you through how to grill delicious burgers.  Skip ahead to the step you need.

1. CHOOSE THE MEAT

2. MAKE THE PATTIES

3. PREP THE GRILL

Choose The Meat

Look for high-quality fresh ground beef but don’t skimp on the fat.

Make The Patties

Our tip here is to work with a gentle hand. Divide the meat into even portions and then gently form each into patties.

Prep The Grill

Allow for about 30 minutes for the grill to prep and preheat. Always start with a clean grill for the best results.

TO PREP A CHARCOAL GRILL: Use a charcoal chimney for the easiest way to ignite charcoal with no lighter fluid.  Then prepare your charcoal grill for a 2-zone fire,  around 375-400°F, by stacking your charcoal to one side of the grill.

TO PREP A GAS GRILL: If you’re cooking on a gas grill, always make sure your propane tank is full. Set up the grill by igniting 2 or 3 burners to create a cooler and hotter zone. Close the lid and allow the grill to preheat for 15 minutes.

TO PREP A PELLET GRILL: Set up your grill for the sear setting, which will be around or above 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Make sure your hopper is filled with pellets so there is no chance of it running out while you’re grilling the best burgers.

SMOKED BURGERS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND CHEDDAR CHEESE

Sink your teeth into the perfect smoked hamburgers piled high on toasted buns with caramelized onions, crispy bacon, and gooey cheddar cheese. This easy smoker recipe is the best way to get juicy burgers with amazing smoky flavor on any grill with our tips for charcoal, gas grills, and pellet smokers.

JUICY GROUND VENISON BURGERS

Ground Venison Burgers are going to rock your world! Imagine an umami-filled burger with crispy shallots, crispy bacon, and a butter-stuffed venison patty on top of a bun with garlic aioli and cheese. That’s what I’m talking about, and they’re easier to make than you might think!

STEAKHOUSE HAMBURGER SALAD WITH KETO BLUE CHEESE DRESSING

This steakhouse hamburger salad combines juicy smoked burgers nestled over dark leafy greens with a homemade keto blue cheese dressing and crispy onions for a filling meal that forgoes the bun.

Expert Burger Tips!

– Be sure to shape the patties slightly larger than the buns, as they will shrink a little when cooking. – Don’t press down on your burgers while grilling them. It can cause the juices to be squeezed out of the patties, drying them out. – Add flavor to your burgers by using wood chips. – Always keep a squirt bottle on hand to lightly extinguish any flare-ups, or simply close the lid to cut off the airflow to the fire.

Burger Temp Guide

HOW DO I KEEP MY BURGERS FROM STICKING TO THE GRILL?

To make sure your burger patty doesnt stick to the grill grates, preheat the grill and clean the grates thoroughly. Additionally, oiling the grates with a little oil can help create a non-stick surface.

SHOULD I FLIP THE BURGERS ONLY ONCE?

Flip as often as you need for even cooking. Avoid pressing down on the burgers with a spatula, as this can cause the juices to escape, resulting in dry burgers.

CAN I GRILL FROZEN BURGERS?

Yes, you can grill frozen burgers, but it may require a slightly longer cooking time. Make sure to cook them over medium heat and monitor the internal temperature to ensure they are fully cooked.

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