Description
This Best Hamburger Recipe features juicy, flavorful beef patties blended with Monterey Jack cheese and BBQ sauce, grilled to perfection, and topped with a famous secret sauce made from mayo, ketchup, pickle relish, and Worcestershire sauce. Perfect for a quick and delicious backyard meal that serves five.
Ingredients
For the Burgers
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ¼ cup BBQ sauce
- ¼ teaspoon seasoned salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper, to taste
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 5 hamburger buns (preferably sesame seed)
For the Secret Sauce
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup pickle relish
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the patties: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, BBQ sauce, seasoned salt, pepper, and onion powder. Mix gently to combine without overworking the meat. Shape the mixture into approximately five 1-inch thick patties. Optionally, freeze the patties for about 1 hour to help them hold their shape during grilling.
- Preheat the grill: Turn your grill on high and allow it to preheat thoroughly until hot, ensuring a good sear on the burgers.
- Grill the burgers: Reduce the grill heat to medium-high. Place the patties on the grill and cook for 4-6 minutes on the first side, being careful to avoid burning. Flip the burgers and continue to cook until they reach your desired doneness, usually another 4-5 minutes.
- Make the secret sauce: While the burgers grill, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, pickle relish, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl until smooth and well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Assemble and serve: Place the grilled patties on the hamburger buns, spread the secret sauce generously, and add your favorite toppings. Serve immediately and enjoy a juicy, flavorful burger experience.
Notes
- Using fattier ground beef (like 80/20) results in juicier burgers.
- Freezing patties briefly before cooking helps them hold shape on the grill.
- Adjust the amount of BBQ sauce in the patty mix to prevent difficulty in shaping.
- The secret sauce can be customized by adding spices or adjusting relish quantity as per taste.
- Serve with classic burger toppings like lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
