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A deliciously juicy home grilled burger that tastes like steak!
Happy Father’s Day to all the wonderful dads out there … both old pros and the new too! What could be more appropriate to serve on Father’s Day than a homemade grilled burger? All the dads I know love burgers, however, I have to admit that hamburgers, ground beef in particular, is not my favorite thing. I love a good steak and would pick that over a burger any day. But, I am happily married to a burger loving man and since he’s the father of my children, I couldn’t resist making him his favorite Marinated Burgers for Father’s Day.
This marinade is not at all overpowering, in fact I believe it enhances the flavor of the meat.
This is a win – win for me because I LOVE the flavor of a marinated burger. We use 80/20 ground chuck so the burger is plenty juicy. Leaner ground beef/sirloin can dry out easily when grilled and we can’t have a dry burger on Father’s Day! We have a few tips when it comes to grilling burgers so be sure to check out the recipe. It may not be a new technique, but it works every time!
These Marinated Burgers are good enough to eat without condiment camouflage.
We used a mild provolone cheese on these burgers but any of your favorites will work well. I like a little mayo and ketchup on my burgers, a fresh slice of ripe tomato and crisp lettuce just seals the deal. Fries and pickles on the side and we are good to go! Oh and don’t forget to butter and toast your bun – it makes all the difference!
Don’t forget to PIN to your favorite grilling board!
A super simple way to ensure your burgers taste amazing and stay juicy!
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled and quartered
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried mustard
- 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt, or your favorite steak seasoning
- lots of cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 1/4 pounds ground chuck, 80% to 20% fat ratio
- 6 buns, buttered and toasted
- cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onion, mayonnaise, ketchup, etc.
- Divide the ground chuck into 6 equal portions, 6 ounces each. Form into 5-inch wide patties with a deep indentation in the middle. Place in a large shallow, glass baking pan.
- Mix all marinade ingredients together in a small bowl and pour over the burger patties.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or longer if desired, turning at least once.
- Clean the grill grates with a wire brush.
- Heat gas grill to 325-350 degrees. If you don't have a thermometer, heat on high until hot, then reduce the heat to medium before adding the burgers. Wet a paper towel with vegetable oil and using tongs, oil the grilling surface thoroughly.
- Cook the burgers until until they are cooked through, about 7 minutes on each side.
- Allow the hamburgers to rest 5 minutes before serving.
Do not overwork the ground chuck. Form burgers firmly but not too tight.
Make a deep indentation in the middle of each patty. This insures the middle will cook evenly as the burgers puff up.
Do not sear the burgers over hot flames. Cook more evenly over the hot portion of your grill.
Do not smash the burgers while cooking. This pushes all the juicy goodness out and can make the meat dry.
Allow the burgers to rest a few minutes before serving so the juices have time to settle.
Most of all, we hope you’re enjoying a beautiful day and time with your father, if you can. Both our fathers are gone now and we miss them terribly. Our son is enjoying his first Father’s Day today and his name has forever been changed to “Dad.” Our daughter is more than a week late delivering our granddaughter Isabelle. Poor thing – she is way past ready! Such a wonderful time and a beautiful day – hope you can get out and grill something amazing! Finally, thanks so much for stopping by!
Tricia
TAMI HRITZAY says
May 8, 2019 at 9:53 pmJust tried your marinated burger recipe tonight with deer burgers. Wonderful recipe, great tasting. My guys ate every burger. Will use this recipe all the time! Thanks!
Tricia Buice says
May 9, 2019 at 7:03 amThanks so much for the feedback Tami. I have some ground venison in the freezer and will take your recommendation to make marinated burgers. So happy grilling season is here again 🙂 Thanks again!
monique says
June 24, 2016 at 7:27 pmI have no idea why I have such trouble posting 🙁
If you don’t see me it’s because it just wasn’t loading..and I tried..
so..the marinade is made..Noah is coming for dinner tomorrow and this is it:)
I usually camo my burgers from the get go..w/ eggs and oats..and flax..and spices..then form patties..and I do love them..but I am very eager to try these:)
Thanks!
Tricia Buice says
June 25, 2016 at 6:39 amThank you Monique! So sorry you’ve had trouble and thanks so much for trying!
John/Kitchen Riffs says
June 22, 2016 at 12:19 pmI’ve never marinated burgers for some reason. I’m SO going to try this — love the flavors of your marinade, and you’ve sold me on its utility. Great post — thanks.
Tricia Buice says
June 23, 2016 at 11:50 amThanks John! Please let me know what you think 🙂 Have a great weekend
Sara says
June 22, 2016 at 3:44 amThis is such a great idea, I struggle with getting my burgers to not dry out on the grill. I actually just picked up a pound of ground beef so I’m trying this technique when it’s burger night!
Tricia Buice says
June 23, 2016 at 11:50 amThanks Sara – hope you love this marinade too – great on steaks and chicken as well.
Katherine | Omnivore's Cookbook says
June 21, 2016 at 2:33 pmLook at that burger goodness. so juicy and packed with flavor. Craving this exact one right now.
Tricia Buice says
June 23, 2016 at 11:50 amThanks Katherine – they are very tasty!
Monica says
June 20, 2016 at 6:07 pmThat is one perfect-looking burger!! Wow! Your husband is one lucky man. And I am so intrigued by the idea of marinating the burgers! I marinate my meats all the time for stir-fry but never thought about it for burger patties. So great – thanks for sharing. Hope you all had a great weekend!
Tricia Buice says
June 21, 2016 at 1:55 pmIt really works Monica! I love the flavor and simple toppings – definitely my favorite way to have a hamburger. Have a terrific week!
Kathy says
June 20, 2016 at 5:44 pmI have been trying to cut back…but this looks as though it would be a winner at my house! I must give it a try….and then cut back! 🙂
Tricia Buice says
June 21, 2016 at 1:54 pmA few burgers a year are about all I have – not one of the things I crave but these have a terrific flavor that will make you remember them until next time! Thanks Kathy!
Mimi says
June 20, 2016 at 4:56 pmThis is quite intriguing! I would never have thought to use Asian ingredients. Must try soon!
Tricia Buice says
June 21, 2016 at 1:53 pmIt doesn’t really taste asian Mimi – really more like a marinated steak. Thanks!
Dom says
June 20, 2016 at 4:02 pmsounds like a classic. Simple and very tasty. I’m a bit over the whole ‘burger revolution’ so it’s nice to go back to basics and this looks very nice!
Tricia Buice says
June 21, 2016 at 1:52 pmThanks Dom! I have at least a few burgers each year and this is my favorite. Plain ground beef seems tasteless to me – but I know not all agree. Hope you enjoy the marinade if you try it!
Susan says
June 20, 2016 at 3:57 pmI’ve never tried a marinated burger but that’s going to change for first chance I get! They sound so delicious and summer is BURGER time!
Tricia Buice says
June 21, 2016 at 1:51 pmI just love the flavor Susan – hope you do too! Thanks so much 🙂
Becky Green says
June 20, 2016 at 10:40 amOH YUM! We DID grill burgers too! LOL Your marinade sounds WONDERFUL Tricia! HOPE you & yours had a FABULOUS FATHER’S DAY TOO!!!! I LOVE your comment on how when fathers become fathers, their names change to “dad” forever after! 😉
Tricia Buice says
June 21, 2016 at 1:51 pmThanks you so much Becky. We had a great father’s day and the next day we welcomed a new granddaughter. What a wonderful week!
Robyn @ Simply Fresh Dinners says
June 20, 2016 at 9:10 amWow, what a great idea, Tricia! I’m not a big meat eater either but I do love a good burger in the summer. I’ve got to try this. We consider making great burgers an art form in our family and this will be a huge hit. Fabulous photos!
Tricia Buice says
June 21, 2016 at 1:50 pmThank you Robyn – I hope you love them too!
Larry says
June 20, 2016 at 7:23 amNot sure why I never considered marinating a burger. I like that your meat is as big as the bun. I’m married to one of those burger lovin folks as well.
Tricia Buice says
June 21, 2016 at 1:50 pmI hope you’ll give them a try Larry – so tasty! Hope you’re both doing great.
Betty says
June 19, 2016 at 11:31 pmThat’s a gorgeous burger! These would disappear quickly at my house for sure. Hubs loves any excuse to light up his precious grill, and I wouldn’t have to twist his arm even one little bit to get these cooked! 🙂
Tricia Buice says
June 21, 2016 at 1:49 pmI bet he would love them Betty! We love the flavor and the juiciness. Hope you’re off to a great start this summer. Enjoy and thanks for stopping by!
Beth says
June 19, 2016 at 4:22 pmYour burgers look terrific! My husband loves making them, and I do enjoy his burgers. Nothing else quite says summer in the same way!
Tricia Buice says
June 19, 2016 at 7:49 pmSo true Beth, so true! Hope you had a lovely weekend and thanks 🙂
Gerlinde @ Sunnycovechef says
June 19, 2016 at 4:19 pmI love the idea of marinating the burgers. It sounds delicious and love a lot of condiments on my burger.
Tricia Buice says
June 19, 2016 at 7:49 pmThey really are good Gerlinde – hope you are doing great! Thanks for stopping by 🙂
Chris Scheuer says
June 19, 2016 at 3:58 pmThis sounds amazing Tricia. I love a good burger but never heard of marinating them. I love the idea. Can’t wait to try this. Haha, maybe we should exchange places, we’re doing steaks today and I love burgers. You’re doing burgers and you love steaks…
Tricia Buice says
June 19, 2016 at 7:48 pmHope you will give them a try Chris – they taste like steak! And I hope you’re going to post your steak recipe – I’m always in the mood for a great one!
sue | theviewfromgreatisland says
June 19, 2016 at 10:43 amI love the ‘condiment camouflage’ comment — that’s so true! I can’t wait to try this because I always think regular burgers lack flavor, and I wouldn’t have thought of the balsamic and ginger, that sounds so zingy!!
Tricia Buice says
June 19, 2016 at 3:35 pmThanks Sue – this is a good marinade for chicken and steak too. Just enough flavor to enhance without overpowering the meat. Have a wonderful week!
Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says
June 19, 2016 at 10:33 amThese burgers look so delicious and I love the idea of marinating them! They must be full of flavour 🙂
Tricia Buice says
June 19, 2016 at 3:36 pmThanks Jennifer – you can taste the marinade but it doesn’t overwhelm the burgers. We love it on steak and chicken too!
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June 19, 2016 at 10:03 amI can tell that meat patty looks really JUICY!!!
Tricia Buice says
June 19, 2016 at 3:36 pmI don’t eat a lot of meat these days Angie – but this is worth the splurge! Juicy and full of flavor 🙂 Have a great week and thanks so much for stopping by!