Grilled Angus Or Beyond Meat Burger Recipe

Form patties

If using loose ground Angus beef, divide into two equal portions (each ~0.5 lb for single burger as listed; adjust if making two). Gently form into a patty about 3/4-inch thick and slightly wider than the bun, taking care not to overwork the meat. Make a shallow 1/2-inch-wide dimple in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent bulging during cooking. If using pre-formed Beyond Meat patties, proceed to seasoning step.

Season

Lightly brush both sides of the patty with vegetable oil. Season both sides evenly with fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper immediately before cooking.

Preheat grill or skillet

Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C) or heat a heavy skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until very hot. Lightly oil grates or pan.

Cook patties

Place the patty on the hot grill or skillet. For a 1/2 lb Angus patty: grill 4-5 minutes per side for medium (internal temp 140–145°F / 60–63°C), slightly longer for medium-well. For Beyond Meat: cook 3-4 minutes per side or until nicely browned and cooked through, following package guidance. Flip only once using a spatula. If adding cheese, place cheese slice on the patty in the last 1 minute of cooking and close grill lid or cover skillet to melt.

Rest

Transfer cooked patty to a plate and let rest for 3 minutes to redistribute juices (rest slightly less for plant-based patties).

While patties cook, split buns and lightly butter cut sides. Toast cut sides on the grill or in a skillet over medium heat until golden and crisp, about 1–2 minutes. Mix mayonnaise and mustard together; spread on bottom bun. Spread a little buttered side or mayo on top bun if desired.

Assemble the burger: place lettuce on the bottom bun to create a moisture barrier, add the cooked patty (cheese side up if added), top with sliced tomato and a few rings of red onion. Add avocado slices if using and top with crisp smoked bacon if desired. Finish with the top bun and serve immediately.

Serve suggestions: Offer ketchup, extra mustard, pickles or fries on the side. For multiple orders, adjust ingredient quantities proportionally (the recipe lists ingredients for 2 burgers/buns but a single 1/2 lb patty—scale as needed).