Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsUnion Oyster HouseCharbroiled Hamburger* Recipe

Charbroiled Hamburger* Recipe

Inspired by Union Oyster House
Time30m
Serves2

Make Charbroiled Hamburger* Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Patties

Toppings

Method

Prepare Patties

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Use your hands to mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

  2. 2

    Form Patties

    Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty approximately 3/4 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to help them cook evenly.

Cook Patties

  1. 3

    Preheat Grill

    Preheat your charbroiler or grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F or 200°C).

  2. 4

    Cook Patties

    Place the patties on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip the patties and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.

  3. 5

    Add Cheese

    In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and close the grill lid to melt the cheese.

Assemble Hamburger

  1. 6

    Prepare Toppings

    While the patties are cooking, wash the lettuce leaves, slice the tomato and onion, and prepare any additional toppings like pickles.

  2. 7

    Assemble

    Place the cooked patties with melted cheese on the bottom half of the hamburger buns. Top with lettuce, tomato slices, onion slices, and any other desired condiments like ketchup and mustard. Place the top half of the bun on top.

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