Burgers are an All-American classic, and the sandwich has gained international acclaim too. Everyone knows what a burger is, and everyone can make them at home. Burgers are one of those dishes that are just hard to get wrong. It’s just a beef patty inside a bun, right?
Well, it turns out not all burgers are created equal. There’re burgers, and then there’re great burgers. Some are real masterpieces, while others are just sad. Here are 14 mistakes everyone makes when cooking burgers. Make sure you avoid these and make burgers your signature dish!
You’re choosing the wrong meat
The meat you chose for your homemade burgers is the most important decision of the night. Meat matters, so look for a proper mix of lean meat and fatty meat to create the perfect, juicy pattie. 70% lean muscle (chuck or round) and 30% fat (navel, short rib) will work great.
