Juicy Smoked Burgers

Juicily Smoked Burgers served in a wooden chopping board

Juicy and loaded with smoky goodness, the classic burger gets a makeover with the famous pellet grill. Just a few simple ingredients deliver huge flavor. So elevate your smoking game by creating perfectly smoked hamburgers.

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Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Smoked Burgers

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 2

Total Time: 2 15

Servings:

Calories: 352kcal

Author: imma

Ingredients

1 large egg
¼ cup (30g) bread crumbs
2 tablespoons (30ml) Worcestershire sauce
1 pound (450g) ground beef
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ onion, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
1-2 tablespoons burger seasoning

Instructions

Make the Burgers

Add the egg to a medium mixing bowl and beat it lightly. Then add the bread crumbs and Worcestershire sauce to the beaten egg. Mix until a soft paste forms and the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Next, add the ground beef to the bowl. Season to taste with minced garlic, onions, salt, and pepper. Add 1-2 tablespoons of burger seasoning to enhance the flavor if desired (optional but recommended).
Use your hands or a spoon to thoroughly mix all the ingredients until well incorporated. Avoid overmixing, as it can make the burgers tough.
Divide the mixture into equal portions, depending on how many burgers you want. I usually do 4 to 6 patties. Shape into patties, ensuring they are evenly thick and fit your burger buns. Repeat with the remaining portions until you’ve shaped all the burger patties.
Before grilling, make a slight indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb. That will help the burgers cook more evenly and prevent them from puffing up.

Smoke Them

Preheat your smoker according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Generally, 225-250°F (107-121°C) works for smoking burgers.
Arrange the burger patties on the smoker’s grates, leaving some space between each patty for proper airflow and smoke circulation. Close the smoker’s lid and let the burgers cook for approximately 1-2 hours. The cooking time may vary depending on the patties’ thickness and desired level of doneness. Make sure the internal temperature of the burgers reaches at least 160°F (71°C) for food safety. If you prefer a smokier flavor, add wood chips or chunks to the smoker to generate more smoke.
Once the burgers are cooked, remove them from the smoker and let them rest for a few minutes to allow the juices to redistribute. Serve the smoked burgers on burger buns, accompanied by your favorite toppings and condiments such as lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, ketchup, and or/ burger sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

Avoid flipping the burgers excessively while smoking them to retain their juiciness.
Place a water pan in the smoker to regulate temperature and maintain moisture.
Opt for ground beef with 80% meat and 20% fat for a juicy burger.
A meat thermometer ensures your burgers smoke to the desired temperature.
Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

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