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Forget fine dining! Given a choice, most people would much rather sink their teeth into a big, juicy BBQ burger. Burgers have been around for over a century and are the ultimate convenience food. After all, what could be simpler and more satisfying than a meat patty, grilled to perfection and placed in a soft bun and topped with sauces and a few choice vegetables? But, of course, let\u2019s not forget the melted cheese.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Before you start drooling, there are differences between an ordinary burger and a fabulous one. There is more to a burger than just a flat mound of minced meat and some bread. To really enjoy a burger, you need to know the best meat to use and how to cook the patty to perfection. Well, we have all the answers! Here\u2019s how to create the perfect BBQ burger for a fantastic taste sensation every time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What Is The Best Meat For A BBQ Burger?<\/span>\u00a0[i]<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

Interestingly, the perfect BBQ burger doesn\u2019t necessarily mean you need an expensive cut of beef. While very tasty, the lean cuts of beef often produce a dry patty when grilled. As a general rule of thumb, you want a lean meat cut with at least 20% fat. The fat content will add lots of flavour and prevent the burger from drying out on the grill. Look for chuck steak, round steak or sirloin that has been coarsely ground. As long as there is a little fat in the meat, you\u2019ll have a tasty burger.<\/span><\/p>\n

What\u2019s The Ideal Temperature For Cooked Burgers?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Minced meat can be tricky to cook with, and due to it already being ground, there is always a potential for bacteria to form. You should cook burgers long enough to ensure food safety, but you don\u2019t want to overcook your burgers and have them resemble pressed sawdust. Ideally, the temperature of your cooked burgers should be around 70\u00b0C (160\u00b0F).\u00a0<\/span>[ii]<\/span><\/a>\u00a0A food thermometer placed into the burger from the side is the easiest way to check the temperature but if you don\u2019t have a thermometer, ensure the outside of the burger has a nice char. You can also press the patty down with a spatula, and if the juices run clear, you’ve successfully cooked your burger.<\/span><\/p>\n

For a twist on the traditional, why not try a pulled pork burger<\/a>?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

How To BBQ Burgers To Perfection<\/span><\/h2>\n

BBQing burgers to perfection<\/span>[iii]<\/span><\/a>\u00a0take a little care and great timing. As simple as burgers are, so much can go wrong. Apart from choosing the right cuts of meat to grind, here are some tips on achieving perfectly cooked BBQ burgers:<\/span><\/p>\n