What is the proper mix of meat in your burgers?

Table of Contents:

1. What is the proper mix of meat in your burgers?
2. Can you make Smash Burgers in a non-stick pan?
3. What pan should I use for Smash Burgers?
4. How do you keep smash burgers flat?
5. Why does my hamburger fall apart?

What is the proper mix of meat in your burgers?

Chuck is the most commonly used cut of beef in burger blends. Marbled throughout and well-balanced in flavor with a decent lean-to-fat ratio, chuck steak is generally the primary cut used in burger blends and is supplemented with one or two other cuts of meat.

Can you make Smash Burgers in a non-stick pan?

You can certainly use a non-stick pan to cook burgers. As with making smashed burgers in a non-stick. They can be done but the patty might not crispy up as well. The good thing about having the beef stick is you end up with a caramelized crust.

What pan should I use for Smash Burgers?

Smash burgers must be made on a flat cast-iron surface for even cooking and the best results. Anything with grates or grooves could cause the beef to stick. For a small group, a cast-iron skillet is the best pan for the task. You can cook 4 patties at a time in a 12-inch skillet.

How do you keep smash burgers flat?

Quick tips to prevent shrinkage when cooking burgers:

1. Choose leaner meats with no added water.
2. Cook it slow, on a low temperature.
3. If you're cooking burgers on the grill, don't close the lid. ...
4. Form the patties wider than you'd like them to be, and create a small dimple in the center by pressing down with your fingers.

Why does my hamburger fall apart?

If you try to flip it too soon before the meat has had a chance to fully cook on one side, the meat won't be done enough on that side to hold the rest of the patty together, and it will fall apart much easier.