Sandra This Bobby Flay Grilled Burgers Recipe is a juicy and classic recipe, which uses ground chuck or ground turkey. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner, ready in about 15 minutes.
Bobby Flay Grilled Burgers Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds ground chuck (80 percent lean) or ground turkey (90 percent lean)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
- 4 slices cheese (optional)
- 4 hamburger buns, split; toasted, if desired
How To Make Grilled Burgers
- Prepare the Burgers: Divide the meat into 4 equal portions (about 170g / 6 ounces each). Form each portion into a 3/4-inch-thick patty, creating a deep indentation in the center with your thumb. Season both sides of each burger with salt and pepper.
- Grill the Burgers (Grill Option): Preheat a gas grill to high, or heat charcoal until it glows bright orange and is covered in ash. Brush the burgers with oil. Place on the grill and cook for 3 minutes on the first side for beef or 5 minutes for turkey. Flip the burgers and cook for another 4 minutes for beef (or 3 minutes if adding cheese), or until desired doneness. Turkey burgers should cook for an additional 5 minutes on the second side until fully cooked.
- Grill the Burgers (Grill Pan Option): Heat a grill pan over high heat on the stove. Cook the burgers following the same timing as the grill instructions above.
- Grill the Burgers (Sauté Pan or Griddle Option): Heat the oil in a sauté pan or griddle over high heat until it begins to shimmer. Place the burgers in the pan and cook as instructed for the grill.
- Add Cheese and Serve: If using cheese, add it to the tops of the burgers during the last minute of cooking. Cover with a lid, close the grill cover, or tent with aluminum foil to melt the cheese. Place on toasted buns if desired and enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- How to keep burgers from puffing up? The “deep indentation in the center” is the secret trick. As the burger cooks and the edges shrink, the indentation rises, leaving you with a perfectly flat, even patty instead of a round “meatball.”
- How do I get a good sear? Use high heat. Whether you’re on a grill or a pan, letting the surface get very hot before adding the burgers is essential for creating that delicious, brown, flavorful crust.
- Why oil the burgers? Brushing the burgers with oil (as mentioned in the grill option) helps prevent them from sticking to the hot grates, ensuring a clean flip and keeping that crust intact.
- How do I melt the cheese perfectly? Don’t just slap a cold slice on at the end. As the recipe directs, add the cheese during the last minute of cooking and cover the burgers. The trapped heat and steam will melt the cheese perfectly over the patty.
What To Serve With Grilled Burgers
These classic burgers are a perfect canvas for your favorite toppings and sides.
- French fries or onion rings
- Creamy coleslaw
- Classic toppings: lettuce, tomato, pickles, and sliced red onion
- Your favorite condiments: ketchup, mustard, or mayo
How To Store Grilled Burgers
- Refrigerate: Store leftover cooked burger patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Reheat patties in a hot skillet with a splash of water and a lid to help them steam and prevent drying out. You can also microwave them, but the texture is better from a pan.
Bobby Flay Grilled Burgers Nutrition Facts
(Per 1 beef burger with cheese and bun)
- Calories: ~670 kcal
- Total Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
- Sodium: 980mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 32g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 6g
- Protein: 42g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
What does 80/20 ground chuck mean?
This is the ideal fat-to-meat ratio for a juicy burger: 80% lean meat and 20% fat. The fat renders during cooking, keeping the burger moist and flavorful.
Why ground chuck?
Chuck is a cut from the shoulder of the cow. It has a great fat content and a rich, beefy flavor, making it the top choice for classic burgers.
How do I know when my turkey burger is done?
Unlike beef burgers, turkey burgers must be cooked all the way through. They are done when they are no longer pink in the middle and an instant-read thermometer registers 165°F (74°C).
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Bobby Flay Grilled Burgers Recipe
Description
A classic, foolproof recipe for perfectly juicy and flavorful grilled burgers, made with 80/20 ground chuck for the best results.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Divide 1 1/2 lbs. of meat into 4 equal patties (6 oz each).
- Press a deep indentation into the center of each patty with your thumb.
- Season both sides of the patties generously with salt and pepper.
- Preheat your grill or a heavy skillet to high heat.
- Brush burgers with oil (if grilling). Cook 3-4 minutes on the first side (5 min for turkey).
- Flip the burgers. Cook for another 4-5 minutes for medium beef, or 5 more minutes for turkey (must be 165°F).
- Add cheese during the last minute of cooking and cover to melt.
- Serve immediately on toasted buns.
Notes
- The thumbprint in the center is the secret to a perfectly flat burger.
- Use 80/20 ground chuck for the juiciest beef burger.
- Turkey burgers must be cooked all the way through (165°F).
Bobby Flay Grilled Burgers Recipe
