Juicy Grilled Burger Patties
Three-ingredient burger patties that stay tender and juicy — salt and pepper are all you need. Sear them hard on a hot skillet or grill for a golden crust while the inside stays pink and rich.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 287
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions and gently form each into a 3/4-inch-thick patty with a slight thumbprint in the center.
- 2
Season both sides of each patty generously with salt and black pepper just before cooking.
- 3
Heat a skillet or grill to high until a drop of water immediately sizzles and evaporates, about 2 minutes.
- 4
Sear patties without moving them for 3 minutes until the bottom is deep golden brown with a crust.
- 5
Flip once and cook 2 to 3 minutes more for medium-rare; the center should feel soft when pressed.
- 6
Rest on a plate for 2 minutes before serving to keep the juices inside.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or grill
- spatula
- meat thermometer (optional)
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