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QuestionHow do you form hamburger patties?Ollie George Cigliano is a Private Chef, Food Educator, and Owner of Ollie George Cooks, based in Long Beach, California. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in utilizing fresh, fun ingredients and mixing traditional and innovative cooking techniques. Ollie George holds a BA in Comparative Literature from The University of California, Berkeley, and a Nutrition and Healthy Living Certificate from eCornell University.Grab two deli lids that are 4 in (10 cm) wide and place the meat in between them. Then, press between the lids, gently pressing the meat while moving the lids in a circle. Simply remove the top and bottom lids to reveal your perfect patty!
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QuestionAre the directions the same for already-made or store-bought patties?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerYes, follow the same cooking instructions for pre-made and store-bought patties. If your patties are frozen, follow similar instructions as well. Just cook the patties for about 15 minutes, flipping them over every 3 to 5 minutes.
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QuestionHow long do you cook a half-pound burger?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerHalf-pound (8 oz or 2.3 hg) burgers are typically cooked all the way through in 10 minutes. Just check the internal temperature with a meat probe to make sure it's 160° F (71° C).
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QuestionDo hamburgers cook when they're covered with a lid or another frying pan?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerHamburgers cook best when they're uncovered. It's not recommended to cover hamburgers as they cook, as they tend to come out less crispy and browned.
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QuestionIs it okay if I place some chips on top of the hamburgers after I cook them?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerYes, feel free to add whatever toppings you like to your hamburgers. Chips are an excellent choice, as they'll give your burger an extra crunch.
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QuestionWhat should a hamburger's internal temperature be?Community AnswerRare: 125-130 F Medium Rare: 130-140 F Medium: 140-150 F Medium Well: 150-155 F Well: 160-212 F
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QuestionWhen should I add barbecue sauce to my burger?Community AnswerIt's best to add toppings like barbecue sauce to your burger once you've taking it off the grill and placed it on a bun.
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QuestionWhen do I add the cheese?Community AnswerAdd it 30 to 45 seconds before taking the burger off the grill.
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QuestionDoesn't the salt make the blood in the meat come out?HumanBeingTop AnswererGround meat doesn't have pure blood in it, if it's been prepared properly. Seasoning the beef will not harm the meat or the final product.
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QuestionHow will that small amount of oil cook that chunk of meat?Community AnswerThe fat from the meat itself provides oil as well. Remember to begin hamburgers in a cold skillet.
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QuestionHow can I cook the insides of a burger quickly?Community AnswerYou could fry it on the stove on high heat for 5-10 minutes. Check if the center is cooked properly.
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QuestionWhat binder can I use instead of eggs for hamburgers?Community AnswerI would recommend using a mixture of milk and cubed bread. Work this into your ground beef, along with your preferred spices, making a juicy, pan-fried hamburger.
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QuestionDo you put oil in the skillet before frying?Community AnswerDie-hard cast-iron aficionados would say this is optional - but everyone else would say yes, add a little olive, sesame, or rice bran oil to the pan first.
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QuestionHow long do I cook hamburgers in the oven?Community AnswerThat depends on a few different things, like the size of the hamburgers and the oven temperature you're using. The best way to ensure they are cooked safely is to use a meat thermometer and make sure they are cooked to 160ºF (71.1ºC).
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QuestionWhat heat do I use when cooking hamburgers on the stove?Community AnswerStovetop temperatures can vary wildly, but I've found that medium is the best bet for cooking hamburgers. Be sure to use a meat thermometer and cook them to 160 deg. f (71.1 deg. c), to ensure they are cooked safely.
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QuestionDoes it take longer to cook 77% ground beef than it does to cook 85% beef?Community AnswerYes, since it would be easier to cook through the fat. 77% ground beef is good, but 85% has more fat for you, so it's your choice.
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