Juicy, smoky, and flavorful, the classic burger gets a makeover with the famous pellet grill. Just a few simple ingredients will deliver huge flavor and elevate your backyard smoked burger game, whatever the season and reason.
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You know I can’t leave well enough alone. I wanted to make the perfect burger, but grilling and frying can dry it out if you’re not careful. So I broke out my pellet grill and was ecstatic with the results, not to mention making a very happy fam.
If you haven’t tried smoking yet, this is the perfect opportunity. The simple set-it-and-forget-it way to cook lets you shoot the breeze with family without stressing. And isn’t that what having a cookout is all about?
Why Smoke Your Burger
Why throw your hamburgers in the smoker when grilling them tastes so good? Hey, there’s a time for both. However, how juicy burgers are when you cook them low and slow will surprise you. And then that awesome smokiness takes this deliciousness over the top.
How to Pellet Grill Burgers
- Combine the egg, bread crumbs, and Worcestershire sauce, then add the beef and seasonings.
- Shape the patties and smoke them.
Tips and Twists
- Avoid flipping the burgers too frequently; one or two flips during the cooking process should be fine.
- Placing a water pan in the smoker will regulate temperature and provide a moist environment for the burgers.
- While shaping the patties, insert a piece of your favorite cheese in the middle. Cheese-stuffed burgers are fantastic.
- Sauté some sliced mushrooms and onions with a pinch of salt. Then pile a spoonful on top of each patty when assembling the burgers.
- No smoker? No problem. Cook your burgers over indirect heat on your grill with the lid closed. Wood boxes or pellet tubes can hold the wood chunks, chips, or pellets and generate smoke.
Make-Ahead Instructions
Make the burger patties, and store them in an airtight container, separated with wax paper. They’ll stay good in the fridge for 24-48 hours or freezer for 4-4 months.
Thaw frozen patties in the fridge before smoking or grilling.
Store leftover burgers in the fridge for 3-4 days or in the freezer for 3-4 months. For serving, defrost and gently heat them on a grill or stovetop.
What Pairs With Pellet Grill Burgers
You can’t go wrong with fries, seasoned, yuca, and sweet potatoes. Coleslaw and potato salad are must-have sides.
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