Hamburger Seasoning
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
16 servings
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Calories
3 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Hamburger Seasoning
Description
The Hamburger Seasoning mixes several spices to create a balanced flavor profile for hamburgers. Salt provides essential seasoning, while paprika and smoked paprika contribute mild sweetness and smoky depth. Onion and garlic powders add savory aroma, and dry mustard powder introduces subtle pungency. Black pepper rounds out the blend with gentle heat.
Applying two teaspoons of this seasoning per pound of beef or to taste, either folded into the meat or sprinkled onto formed patties, infuses the burgers with consistent flavor. The blend is flexible, allowing additional spices such as cayenne, red pepper flakes, or dried herbs to be added according to preference.
This seasoning can be used on fresh or frozen burgers, and storing it in a cool, dry place preserves its potency for up to six months. The mixture makes approximately three tablespoons total, suitable for several batches of patties.
Kosher salt works well but table salt blends more evenly; smoked salts can be incorporated for extra flavor. This blend streamlines burger preparation by concentrating common seasoning components in one mix.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Whisk all ingredients in a small bowl.
- Use 2 teaspoons per pound of beef (or to taste) for making hamburgers plus additional to season during cooking.
Notes
- The seasoning works well mixed into ground beef or sprinkled on patties before and during cooking.
- It can be used for both fresh and frozen burgers.
- Additional spices like cayenne, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, or parsley may be added to customize flavor.
- Kosher salt is suitable, but table salt blends easier; flavored or smoked salts can enhance taste.
- The blend yields about 3 tablespoons and can be stored for up to 6 months in a cool, dry place.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 3 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 3 | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 437mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 14mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 155IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.