Three Meat Recipe
Make Three Meat Recipe in just 35m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Patties (Three Meats)
Buns & Finish
Optional Add-ins
Method
Patties (Three Meats)
- 1
Combine and season
Place the ground beef, ground pork, and ground veal in a large bowl. Add kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and any optional add-ins you choose (smoked paprika, parsley, red pepper flakes). Use your hands to gently mix until ingredients are just combined — do not overwork the meat, about 20–30 seconds of folding.
- 2
Form patties
Divide the blended meat into one 8-ounce portion (or two smaller patties if you prefer). Lightly shape into a round patty about 3/4 to 1 inch thick. Make a shallow dimple in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent doming during cooking.
- 3
Chill briefly (optional)
For easier handling and better sear, chill formed patties on a plate in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes. If short on time you can cook immediately.
- 4
Preheat pan or grill
Heat a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat until very hot (2–4 minutes). If using a grill, preheat to medium-high (about 400–450°F / 200–230°C). Add 1 tablespoon neutral oil to the pan and swirl to coat.
- 5
Cook patties
Place the patty in the hot pan and cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes to develop a deep brown crust. Flip once and immediately add a slice of cheese on top. Cook another 3–4 minutes for medium doneness (internal temperature ~145–150°F). Adjust times for thicker or thinner patties and desired doneness. If using a grill, cook similarly over direct heat.
- 6
Rest
Transfer the cooked patty to a warm plate and let rest for 3–5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute while you toast the bun.
Buns & Finish
- 7
- 8
Assemble burger
Spread burger sauce on the bottom bun. Place leaf lettuce, then the rested three-meat patty with melted cheese. Top with tomato slices, red onion rings, and pickles. Spread a little sauce on the top bun and close the burger.
- 9
Serve
Serve immediately with fries or a side salad. Provide extra napkins — this is a juicy, richly flavored burger.