Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsAnnie's PlacePlain Fire – Grilled Burger Recipe

Plain Fire – Grilled Burger Recipe

Inspired by Annie's Place
Time30m
Serves4

Make Plain Fire – Grilled Burger Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Burger Toppings

Method

Preparing the Patties

  1. 1

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until the ingredients are just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the patties tender.

  2. 2

    Form the Patties

    Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1 inch thick. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up while grilling.

Grilling the Burgers

  1. 3

    Prepare the Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F to 400°F or 190°C to 200°C).

  2. 4

    Grill the Patties

    Place the patties on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip the patties and cook for another 4-5 minutes for medium doneness. If using cheese, place a slice on each patty during the last minute of cooking to melt.

Assembling the Burgers

  1. 5

    Toast the Buns

    If desired, toast the burger buns on the grill for about 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

  2. 6

    Build the Burger

    On the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by the grilled patty, a slice of tomato, and any additional toppings like ketchup and mustard. Top with the other half of the bun.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve Immediately

    Serve the burgers hot with your favorite sides like fries or a salad.

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