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Hey there! Making burger patties with 93% lean beef can be super easy. Here's how to make them awesome:
- Take your ground beef out of the fridge about 15 minutes before you start - this helps it form better patties.
- Add just a tiny bit of cold water (about 1 tablespoon per pound of meat) - this keeps your burgers juicy even though the meat is lean!
- Very gently mix the meat with clean hands - don't squeeze or overwork it.
- Form balls about the size of a tennis ball (about 1/4 pound each).
- Press each ball into a patty shape that's about 3/4 inch thick.
- Make a small thumb-sized dent in the middle of each patty - this prevents them from puffing up like a ball when cooking.
Pro Tips:
- Don't add salt until right before cooking
- Keep the meat cold until you're ready to cook
- Handle the meat as little as possible
Sources:
Beef. It's What's For Dinner
USDA Food Safety Guidelines