This Hamburger Patty Recipe is super simple yet flavorful. Once you make this simple burger recipe for the first time, you won’t be able to go back to pre-made frozen patties. The best part is you likely have all the ingredients in your kitchen already!
I originally tried making hamburgers with leaner meat, which was too dry. Since then, Ive updated this hamburger patty recipe to include 80/20 ground beef to create the ultimate juicy burger. I like to think this is the best homemade hamburger recipe since its so easy and quick to whip up. Pair this burger with a side like Fresh Green Bean Casserole with Bacon, Air Fryer Scalloped Potatoes, or Panera Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese for a more filling meal. Let’s dive into how to make burger patties from mince below, including tips, tricks, and recommendations.[feast_advanced_jump_to]
How to Make Perfect Hamburger Patties
- Prep a baking sheet.
- Whisk together seasoning.
- Mix beef and seasoning.
- Divide beef into six portions.
- Press into patties.
- Grill burgers.
How To Freeze Raw Burger Patties
- Once youve formed the patties into circles, place them in a single layer on a large baking sheet covered in saran wrap.
- Add a loose covering of plastic wrap over the top of the patties.
- Allow the patties from the hamburger patty recipe to sit in the freezer for about two hours until they firm up.
- Once firm, you can repackage the patties into multiple airtight ziplock bags.
- Label each bag with the date you froze them. They are good for up to three months in the freezer.
- Ground Turkey/Chicken – I prefer using ground beef for this burger patty recipe to create juicy burgers, but you can use ground turkey/chicken as a leaner option. Note – the burgers will be drier since turkey and chicken have less fat content.
- Caramelized Onions and Mushrooms – Caramelized Mushrooms and Onions are a great way to elevate homemade burgers. They will add time to the meal, but are more than worth the wait.
- Leftovers – Freeze any uncooked leftover patties in an airtight bag (see section above for more details). If you have leftover burger patties, they can stay in the fridge for up to four days. Store toppings and buns separately from the patties to avoid soggy bread/veggies.
No. Ground beef for burgers should only be seasoned. Adding ingredients such as bread, crackers, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, etc., makes the texture more like a meatball or meatloaf. Burgers will hold their shape just fine without any binders.
A properly made burger patty should not be overmixed. Overmixing creates a tough texture. Additionally, you can use a ring mold to help form patties in a perfect circle shape before cooking them.
Using oil or butter when pan-frying or grilling burger patties ensures they do not stick to the surface. Both oil and butter add extra flavor to a hamburger patty recipe.
Always let the burger rest for a few minutes after cooking for the best burger recipe. Burgers (and any protein) continue cooking briefly once removed from heat. When you allow burgers to rest, they can reabsorb some moisture, so theyre juicy.
Homemade Juicy Burger Patties Recipe – Super Fast & Tasty Beef Hamburger Patty
FAQ
How do you bind homemade patties?
Do homemade burger patties need egg?
How do you make a burger patty?
Press the balls of beef into ¾-inch thick patties. Shape Hamburger patties: After you have rolled out your ground beef evenly, you form them into hamburger patties. To do this, you gently press down each patty until they are the desired thickness. For this burger patty recipe, the thickness is about ¾ of an inch.
How do you make a beef 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).
Can You Make your own burger patty?
Instead, you can make your own clean, homemade burger patties just using ground beef (or turkey!) and your hands. This puts YOU in control of the quality of the meat, as well as any additional ingredients. In reality, you can make a good burger patty with NO binders or additional ingredients at all—just meat!
How do you cook Pattie patties in the freezer?
Coat each pattie lightly in flour and place on a baking tray in the freezer for 30 minutes. This helps the patties to hold together better when cooking and makes them much juicier! Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan over a medium-high heat and fry the patties until cooked through (about 7-8 minutes each side).