Our Famous Charcoal-grilled Burger Recipe
10oz build your own with choice of toppings and cheeses
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Ingredients
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Burger Patty
Toppings and Cheeses
Burger Buns
Method
Preparing the Burger Patty
- 1
Mix the Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until just combined; be careful not to overwork the meat.
- 2
Form the Patty
Shape the mixture into a patty that is about ¾ inches thick and slightly wider than your burger bun.
Grilling the Burger
- 3
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your charcoal grill to medium-high heat, ensuring the coals are ashed over and glowing.
- 4
- 5
Add Cheese
In the last minute of grilling, add your choice of cheese (Cheddar or Swiss) on top of the patty to melt.
Assembling the Burger
- 6
Prepare the Bun
While the burger is grilling, slice the burger bun in half and toast it lightly on the grill until just golden.
- 7
Add Toppings
Place the grilled burger patty on the bottom half of the bun. Top with lettuce, sliced tomato, onion, pickles, and your choice of sauces (ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise) to taste.
- 8
Complete the Burger
Cover with the top half of the bun. Your famous charcoal-grilled burger is now ready to serve!