Pan Fried Hamburgers
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4.7
36 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 burgers
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Calories
509 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Pan Fried Hamburgers
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Ready to make the BEST hamburgers at home without a grill? These easy Pan Fried Hamburgers in a cast iron skillet are simple to put together and ready in less than 30 minutes. This hamburger patty recipe makes the perfect restaurant-style burger at home.
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Ingredients
- 2 lbs. ground beef 80/20
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 hamburger buns toasted
Burger Toppings
- tomatoes
- lettuce
- Pickles
- Raw red onions
- Condiments like ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise and BBQ sauce
- Fried onions or caramelized onions
- sliced cheese
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Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with wax paper, and set aside.
- Place the ground beef into a large bowl. Pour the Worcestershire sauce onto the meat.
- Combine the salt, onion powder, garlic powder and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir to combine.
- Pour the seasonings on top of the beef.
- Use clean hands to break the beef into smaller pieces and gently toss it together with the spices. Do not knead, as this will create tougher burgers.
- Divide your meat into six portions, and form the patties with your hands or a burger press. (Mine were ⅓ lb. each and about 1 ½” thick.) Place the patties onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Create a well in the top of each burger with a finger or a spoon. This will prevent the burger from shrinking up and bloating in the middle.
- Place the burgers in the fridge while you warm your skillet.
- Place a cast iron or heavy bottomed skillet over medium-high heat on the stovetop, and heat until screaming hot.
- Cook the burger patties for 3-4 minutes per side, flipping only once and not pressing down with the spatula. (If you press down, your burgers will lose moisture.)
- Use a meat thermometer to take the burgers’ temperature. When the burgers is within 5-10 degrees of your desired temperature, remove from the skillet. Place it on a plate, cover with foil and let rest for 10-15 minutes.
- Serve on a bun with your favorite toppings, and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use this recipe to make smaller sliders or even thinner patties. Your cook time will be less, and you’ll need more buns.
- How to store: Leftover burgers can be kept in an airtight food storage container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
- How to freeze: Place the raw burger patties on the wax paper-lined baking sheet, and pop in the freezer. Freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag, and keep frozen for 3 months. You can grill a mostly frozen burger, though I do not recommend using the skillet method unless you defrost the burger completely in the refrigerator before cooking.
- How will I know when my hamburgers are done? Use an instant read meat thermometer to confirm your burger’s state of doneness.
- Here are the temperatures you’re looking for when cooking:
- •RARE hamburgers have a cool, red center and will reach the temperature of 125°F.•MEDIUM RARE hamburgers will have a warm red center and will reach the temperature of 135°F.•A MEDIUM hamburger has a warm pink center and will reach the temperature of 145°F.•A MEDIUM WELL burger has a slightly pink center (think very slightly) and will reach the temperature of 150°F.•WELL DONE burgers are cooked completely through, meaning there is very little pink left in the middle. It will reach the temperature of 160°F
- Keep in mind that your burger will continue to cook while it rests, so remove it from the pan about 5-10°F before the desired temperature.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1 burger
Calories
509kcal
(25%)
Carbohydrates
23g
(8%)
Protein
30g
(60%)
Fat
32g
(49%)
Saturated Fat
12g
(60%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
14g
Trans Fat
2g
Cholesterol
107mg
(36%)
Sodium
932mg
(39%)
Potassium
493mg
(14%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
4IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
95mg
(10%)
Iron
5mg
(28%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6burgers
Amount Per Serving
Calories 509 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 burger | |
| Calories | 509kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 107mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 932mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 493mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 4IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 95mg | 10% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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36 reviews
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