This Burger Patty Recipe is so easy and delicious! The beef burger patties are incredibly juicy and bursting with flavor.
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Recipe Details
Making your own Burger Patty is very easy and so much healthier than buying the patties pre-made in the store. You can really taste the difference when you make them yourself!
- TASTE: These burger patties are made with sauteed onion and Worcestershire sauce for a sweet, savory, umami flavor.
- TEXTURE: These are made with ground beef and no fillers so they’re meaty and juicy with pieces of chopped onion.
- TIME: It will take you just under 30 minutes to make these.
- EASE: This Burger Patty recipe has simple steps and step-by-step pictures to help you make the most amazing burgers.
What You’ll Need
Ingredient Notes
- Ground beef- You can use any type you like for this Burger Patty recipe: grass-fed, organic, lean, etc. Try not to go too lean though, as these have less fat, which means less moisture.
- Worcestershire sauce- This sauce has hints of sweet, sour, and spicy, but the overarching umami flavor is delicious with these burgers.
- Onion- White or yellow work best here. They add a pungent flavor that’s tempered when they are sauteed to golden sweetness.
- Seasonings- Salt and black pepper is all you need.
Add-ins and Substitutions
- Add egg- To make the patties hold together tighter, you can add an egg to this burger patty recipe. It doesn’t affect the taste much, but it works well as a binder.
- Substitute ground turkey- For a lower fat version of this recipe, use ground turkey meat in place of the beef. The flavor is milder and the texture a little drier, so you may want to increase your seasonings.
- Add flavor enhancers- You can add garlic powder, smoked paprika, horseradish sauce, bacon, steak sauce, teriyaki, or any other seasoning that you like to these patties.
- Make them spicy- If you like a spicy burger, then add some hot sauce, cayenne pepper, chipotles, or jalapenos to the ground beef for a kick of heat.
How to Make a Burger Patty
- Saute the onions. In a frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until it becomes translucent.
- Combine the beef patty mixture. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, sautéed onion, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Create the patties. Form the beef into 6 fairly thin patties. (About 5 inches in diameter). They will shrink and thicken as they cook.
- Grill. Grill each patty over high heat, about 5 minutes per side.
- Assemble your burger. Place your burger on a brioche bun with the condiments and toppings of your choice. Enjoy!
Pro Tip: To get large, thin patties, lay the meat on a piece of parchment paper and roll it out super large and thin. This way the meat doesn’t stick to your hands or get overworked.
Recipe Tips
- Flatten the hamburger patties- Because the meat shrivels as it cooks, roll the meat out thin and large, at least 5 inches in diameter. This will avoid burgers that look like meatballs!
- Cook them over high heat- In order to get a nice outer crust, you’ll need to cook them over high heat so the outside can caramelize a little.
- Check the temp with a thermometer- Depending on how well done you like your burger, check if they’re done with a meat thermometer. Medium well=150-155°F.
- Let them rest- Before you bite into one of these juicy hamburgers, let them rest a few minutes while you get the condiments together. This allows the juices to reabsorb into the meat for juicier results.
FAQs
Bread crumbs are not usually added to a traditional burger patty recipe, but you can add them if you like. They make the patty a little lighter and more tender. You should also add an egg to act as a binder holding everything together.
If you want a burger patty that’s nice and juicy, choose a ground beef that has some fat (like 80/20 or 70/30) for moisture. Also, don’t overwork the meat when you’re making the patties, don’t push them down as they cook because this squeezes out the juices, and let them rest for a couple of minutes before eating.
Serving Suggestions
This Burger Patty recipe is versatile and delicious, and you can serve it with any number of toppings and sides. Here are some things to try.
- Toppings: Layer Havarti cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, bacon, mushrooms, and sauces on a brioche bun. Try your burger with Homemade BBQ Sauce or Copycat Chick-Fil-A Sauce.
- Fries: Serve this Burger Patty recipe with some Crispy Air Fryer French Fries, Zucchini Fries, Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries, or Potato Wedges.
- Salad: Add some greens to the meal with a Cucumber Radish Salad, Spinach Pomegranate Salad, or Avocado Corn Salad.
- Sides: Enjoy your burger with some Zucchini Fritters, Chicken Pasta Salad, Loaded Chicken Nachos, or Smoked Chicken Wings.
Make This Recipe in Advance
Make ahead: This burger meat can be mixed and formed into patties, then stored in the fridge for up to 2 days on a plate with parchment paper between layers so they don’t stick. Grill them when you’re ready.
Storing: Store any leftovers from this Burger Patty recipe in an airtight container or in a ziplock bag in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freeze: If you don’t end up using all of the patties at once, you can easily freeze them for later. Freeze each patty between parchment paper and wrap them in foil. They’ll last for up to 3 months.
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Full Recipe Instructions
Burger Patty Recipe
Ingredients
For the patty
- 2 lb ground beef
- 3/4 cup chopped onion
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
Buns and toppings
- Brioche buns
- Havarti cheese
- Sautéed mushrooms
- Tomoatoes
- Onion
- Lettuce
- Mayo or any spread of your choice
Instructions
- In a frying pan heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until it becomes translucent.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, sautéed onion, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Form the beef into 6 fairly thin patties. (About 5 inches in diameter) They will shrink and thicken as they cook.
- Grill each patty on medium-high heat, about 5 minutes per side.
- Assemble your burger according to your liking. I like to spread a little mayonnaise and Dijon mustard on each bun, then stack lettuce, onions, tomatoes, pickles, patty, sautéed mushrooms, and Havarti cheese.
Notes
- Flatten the hamburger patties- Because the meat shrivels as it cooks, roll the meat out thin and large, at least 5 inches in diameter. This will avoid burgers that look like meatballs!
- Cook them over high heat- In order to get a nice outer crust, you’ll need to cook them over high heat so the outside can caramelize a little.
- Check the temp with a thermometer- Depending on how well done you like your burger, check if they’re done with a meat thermometer. Medium well=150-155°F.
- Let them rest- Before you bite into one of these juicy hamburgers, let them rest a few minutes while you get the condiments together. This allows the juices to reabsorb into the meat for juicier results.
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Mercy says
Nice recipe for hamburger
Dina says
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
Kristy Hayward says
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Steve says
Easy Step to follow , keep up, thanks
simplyhomecooked says
Thank you, Steve!
Angie says
So excited to make this!! I’ve tried it at a gathering & they were so amazing!! Usually not the biggest burger person, but with these I am! Thank you for sharing 🙂
simplyhomecooked says
Thank you for your kind words Angie 🙂 Homemade burgers are the best!
Olya says
Looks good!! Can I cook the burger any other way besides grilling?
simplyhomecooked says
Hi Olya, you can technically cook it on a heavy bottomed skillet such as a cast iron. Grilling would definitely be the preferred method though.
Anne says
This looks amazing! I’ve never made burgers but I definitely will have to try this out!
simplyhomecooked says
Thank you Anne!