Ground Beef Masterclass: Perfectly Seasoned Beef Patties
What Started it all:
ground beef
Alright, listen up! We're making ground beef patties that will blow your mind. Simple, yet absolutely delicious. Follow the steps closely, and let’s get it right the first time. No room for mistakes here!
Ingredients
- 400g ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: Cheese slices for topping
- Optional: Burger buns and toppings (lettuce, tomato, pickles)
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Get your bloody ingredients ready! Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Don’t just throw them in; do it properly!
- Mix the Beef: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to mix everything together until just combined. Don’t overwork it, or you’ll end up with a shoe sole!
- Shape the Patties: Divide the beef mixture into 2 equal portions. Roll them into balls and then flatten them into patties. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up while cooking.
- Heat the Pan: Heat the olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Get it nice and hot, but not smoking. If it’s smoking, you’ve messed it up!
- Cook the Patties: Place the patties in the pan. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side. Don’t touch them! Let them get a proper crust. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes for medium doneness. If you want cheese, add it in the last minute and cover the pan!
- Rest the Patties: Once cooked to your liking, remove the patties from the pan and let them rest for a couple of minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute—don’t skip this step!
- Serve: Assemble your burgers if you’re using buns, and pile on your favorite toppings. Get it on a plate and make it look stunning! You’ve earned it!
There you have it! Perfectly seasoned ground beef patties that are juicy and full of flavor. Now, get in the kitchen and show me what you've got! Cooking is about passion and precision—don’t ever forget that!