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1/3 Lb Steak Burger Recipe

Inspired by The Hornet's Nest Steakhouse
Time25m
Serves1

Make 1/3 Lb Steak Burger Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Buns & Toppings

Method

Burger Patties

1

Form and season

Place the 1/3 lb ground beef in a bowl. Handle it as little as necessary to avoid overworking. Gently shape into a round patty about 3.5–4 inches (9–10 cm) in diameter and roughly 3/4 inch thick. Make a shallow 1/2 inch indentation in the center of the patty with your thumb to reduce doming while cooking. Lightly brush both sides of the patty with 1 tsp neutral oil.

2

Season both sides of the patty immediately before cooking with 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper. If using, sprinkle 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce onto the top surface and spread gently — do not overwork the meat.

3

Preheat grill or skillet

Preheat a grill or heavy skillet (cast iron preferred) over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. If using a skillet, add a light film of neutral oil and heat until shimmering but not smoking. The cooking surface should register about 375–425°F (190–220°C) if you have an infrared thermometer.

4

Cook the patty

Place the patty on the hot grill or skillet. Cook uncovered for 3–4 minutes until a deep brown crust forms on the bottom. Flip once using a spatula and cook the second side for 3–4 minutes for medium doneness (internal temperature ~145–150°F / 63–66°C). For medium-well cook 4–5 minutes per side; for medium-rare 2.5–3 minutes per side. If adding cheese, place the slice on the patty about 1 minute before removing from the heat and cover briefly to melt.

5

After cooking, remove the patty to a plate and tent loosely with foil. Let rest 3–5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.

Buns & Assembly

6

Toast the bun

While the patty rests, spread 1/2 tsp softened butter (or mayo) on the cut faces of the bun. Place cut-side down on the hot skillet or grill for 30–60 seconds until golden and lightly crisp. Remove and keep warm.

7

Assemble the burger

Spread 1 tbs ketchup and 1 tsp mustard on the bottom or top bun as you prefer. Place the lettuce leaf on the bottom bun, then the rested patty (cheese-side up if used). Top with 2 tomato slices, 2 red onion slices, and 3 pickle slices. Cap with the toasted top bun.

8

Serve immediately while hot with your choice of side.