Get ready to elevate your grilling game with the ultimate Hardlys Charcoal Broiled Burgers that promise to transform an ordinary meal into a culinary masterpiece! These juicy, perfectly seasoned burgers are not just a dish, but an experience that will transport you to backyard barbecue heaven. With a perfect blend of smoky charcoal flavor, carefully selected seasonings, and grilling techniques that guarantee maximum flavor, these burgers are about to become your new summer obsession.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 4 hamburger buns
- Lettuce, tomato, and onion for toppings
Instructions
- Remove ground beef from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature, which ensures more even cooking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Gently mix ingredients using your hands, being careful not to overwork the meat to maintain tenderness.
- Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties approximately 3/4 inch thick. Create a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent bulging during cooking.
- Prepare charcoal grill by lighting charcoal and allowing it to burn until covered with a light gray ash, creating medium-high heat.
- Clean and oil grill grates to prevent sticking and ensure beautiful grill marks.
- Place burger patties on the hot grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on the first side without moving them, allowing a nice crust to form.
- Flip burgers and cook an additional 3-4 minutes for medium doneness, or adjust cooking time to desired level of doneness.
- During the last minute of cooking, place hamburger buns cut-side down on the grill to lightly toast them.
- Remove burgers from grill and let rest for 3-5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Assemble burgers by placing patties on toasted buns and topping with fresh lettuce, sliced tomato, and onion as desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your charcoal broiled burgers hot off the grill.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Always let your ground beef sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking to ensure even heat distribution.
- Handle with Care: When mixing and forming patties, be gentle. Overworking the meat can lead to tough burgers.
- Create the Perfect Patty: Make a slight thumb indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up during grilling.
- Charcoal Perfection: Wait until your charcoal is covered with light gray ash for optimal cooking temperature.
- Don't Play with Your Food: Resist the urge to press down on burgers while grilling, as this squeezes out precious juices.
- Rest is Best: Always let your burgers rest 3-5 minutes after grilling to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness.
- Toasting Buns: Lightly toast your buns on the grill for added flavor and texture.
- Temperature Check: Use a meat thermometer to ensure your burgers reach the desired doneness (medium is typically 160°F).
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 75mg
