How do you make beef burgers?

To make a basic beef burger, season ground beef with salt and pepper and form it into thin patties. Some recipes recommending adding an egg to the beef to help keep the patties intact while grilling.

Basic Beef Burgers Recipe

This recipe was originally published on Real Simple. It is very easy to make and reviewers rate it highly.

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 10 minutes

Ready in: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 pounds ground beef
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 hamburger buns
• Burger toppings of choice

1. Form the patties

To make the patties, divide the beef into four equal amounts and form each piece into a ball. Flatten the balls into 3/4-inch slices. Make a well in the top center of each patty.

2. Grill the burgers

Coat the grill grate with oil and heat up the grill. Grill the burgers for 4 to 5 minutes on each side.

Many burger recipes, such as those published by BBC Good Food and Jamie Oliver, recommend adding one beaten egg to the burger meat. Seasoning such as herbs, spices and onion can also be added to the patty mixture.

Suggested burger toppings include tomatoes, lettuce, sliced pickles, sliced pickled beets, onion, ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, horseradish, arugula and cheddar cheese.