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Hand Pressed Burger Recipe

Make Hand Pressed Burger Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

Inspired by JOEY Yorkdale
Time30m
Serves4
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Last updated Jul 14, 2026

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Ingredients

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Burger Assembly

Method

Preparing the Patties

  1. 1

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently with your hands until just combined; avoid over-mixing to keep the patties tender.

  2. 2

    Form the Patties

    Divide the meat mixture into four equal portions (approximately 6 ounces each). Form each portion into a patty that is about 3/4 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent them from puffing up during cooking.

Cooking the Patties

  1. 3

    Preheat the Grill or Skillet

    Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. If using a skillet, you may want to add a little oil to prevent sticking.

  2. 4

    Cook the Patties

    Place the patties on the grill or skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side until browned. Flip the patties and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes for medium doneness. Add a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking to melt.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 5

    Prepare the Buns

    While the patties are cooking, you can toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until they are golden brown.

  2. 6

    Assemble the Burger

    On the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf. Top with a cooked patty with melted cheese, a slice of tomato, and pickles. Add ketchup and mustard to taste, then place the top half of the bun on each burger.

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