You stocked your freezer with frozen burger patties for that backyard party—they’re inexpensive, convenient and tasty, plus who wants to deal with ground beef when there’s burrata salad to assemble? And since you’re ahead of the curve, you’re going to plop them on the grill without thawing. Yep, you can totally do that: Grilling frozen burgers is as easy as preheating the grill, grabbing a spatula and flipping a few times. In all of 20 minutes, the patties will be ready to eat. Show
Need more guidance? Here’s how to grill frozen burgers step-by-step. How to Grill Frozen Burgers in 3 Easy Steps: Imagesines/Getty Images Step 1: Preheat The GrillBefore anything, you’ll need to make sure your grill is ready to go. And regardless of whether you’re using a gas or charcoal grill, that means hot, clean grates and a temperature of 350°F. You don’t want the grill too hot, or the burgers will burn before their insides are done. Similarly, a grill that’s too cold will require cooking the burgers for ages, drying them out. In terms of cleanliness, those grates should be scraped of any leftover gunk or char from your last burger sesh. This is easy to do with a stiff grill brush, and even easier if you allow the grill to preheat first. SEROL/Getty Images Step 2: Arrange The Burger Patties On The GrillIf the burger patties are stuck together, separate them. (A small, stiff spatula can help.) If they’re separated by wax paper, remove and discard that. Wash your hands, then head for the grill with patties, a clean plate and a metal spatula in tow. Arrange the burger patties on the grill grate with about two inches of space between each. Try not to crowd the grill, since this will only lower the temperature and prolong the whole process. Shaun Roy/Getty Images Step 3: Cook The Burgers To 160°fCook the burgers for about five minutes on the first side, then use a metal spatula to flip them and cook on the other side. After the first flip is a good time to add seasoning, since the meat will be less frozen and the seasoning will have a better chance of sticking to the surface. (For what it’s worth, we like seasoned salt.) Cook the burgers until they reach 160°F on an instant-read thermometer. For standard frozen burgers, this will take about 15 to 20 minutes total, but the exact timing will depend on the thickness of the patties. Transfer the cooked burgers to the clean plate, annnnnd you’re done. Time to toast some buns, then pile on the toppings and enjoy your meal. Is It Safe to Grill Frozen Burgers?Yep, it’s completely safe to grill burgers from their frozen state. According to the USDA, it’s safe to grill both meat and poultry from frozen as long as you cook it to the proper doneness—for ground beef, that’s 160°F. Keep in mind, though, that it will take about 50 percent longer to cook meat from frozen than thawed, so you’d probably save more time day-of by defrosting in the fridge overnight. Defrosting meat also ensures it will cook more evenly, but with thin burger patties, this isn’t a big issue. So if you forget the defrost, don’t sweat it. How to Grill Frozen Burgers: No need to thaw these ground beef, frozen patties! With a cooking time of only 20 minutes on the gas grill, you’ll have perfect burgers ready for lunch or quick dinner! We love trying new ways to cook beef patties around here, with baking burgers in the oven being one of them but sometimes you just crave those grill marks! During spring and summer, there’s nothing like firing up the gas grill or charcoal grill, to cook some burgers. But sometimes, if you forget to thaw frozen burger patties out or if you need something at the last minute, throw a frozen hamburger on the grill and you can still have delicious burgers in no time! Jump to:
IngredientsSometimes I love buying ground beef in bulk, shape it in to burger patties, and then freeze them, so I can quickly throw a frozen hamburger patty on the grill for a fast dinner. (See image below.) Bubba BurgerHowever, I know buying frozen Bubba Burger patties is really popular in many households so I thought I would use those for this recipe, to really try and nail down the cook time and instructions for you! What you’ll need:
See recipe card for quantities. InstructionsPreheat your gas grill to about 325°. If your patties are frozen together, you can use a butter knife to carefully slide in between the patties to gently pry the frozen burger patty apart from one another. When the temperature of the grill has reached 325°, it’s ready for the burgers. If you’re using Bubba Burger patties, remove the number of beef patties that you’d like to cook, from the package and place them on the hot grill, making sure the sides don’t touch. SeasonAfter about 5 minutes of cooking, this is a good time to sprinkle with salt and pepper if desired. (Or desired seasonings.) Sprinkling the seasoning on after about 5 minutes of cooking, allows the spices to sink in to the beef more than it would it seasoning patties while completely frozen. How long to grill frozen burgersSince the burgers are frozen, it’s best to flip the patties every 5 minutes or so, to allow for even cooking, so one side doesn’t burn before completely thawed throughout. Cook burgers for a total of about 20 minutes (flipping every 5 minutes) or until the juices run clear. TIP: You can place the burgers over direct heat, just be cautious that this could cause flare ups, as the juices start to thaw and drip through the grill grate. Once the burgers reach a safe internal temperature of 161° with a meat thermometer, they’re safe to eat. They should have that brown color, instead of the raw, “red” color. If you prefer a cheeseburger cooked on a grill, this is a great time to add cheese slices to the patties. (Or if you prefer barbecue sauce on your burger, you can also use this time to coat the burger with sauce.) Place a slice of cheese on the patties, close the lid and turn the grill off. The remaining heat will gently melt the cheese on to the patties. Remove from grill after about 2 minutes or until cheese has melted. TIP: Don’t forget to shut the gas off to the grill! If desired, place patties on hamburger buns with your favorite toppings and conquer that burger craving! Or, get wild and serve the juicy burger patties on donuts like we did with our donut burgers or use waffles for the buns like we did with the waffle burgers! Burger Topping IdeasLooking for ideas on what to top your burger with? Some of our favorites are:
You’ll LOVE all of the extra fun topping ideas that we shared when we styled our Burger Bar! SubstitutionsCurious about veggie burgers, turkey burgers or different types of meat? Or what about beef burgers, that aren’t Bubba Burger brand? You can still follow the same cooking process but be cautious as the thickness of the burger may vary. For best results, watch closely as they cook but you should also be able to cook most patties from frozen, on the grill as well. VariationsWant to make the juiciest grilled burgers? While the burgers are cooking, brush occasionally with melted butter! This will not only give them more flavor but will help make any burger juicier! StorageHave burgers leftover? Once burgers have cooled, simply store in an airtight container, in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, you can place the burgers in the microwave, or if you have an air fryer, you’ll love cooking (reheating) air fryer burgers! Top tipTo make these burgers especially good, follow our favorite process of assembling the burger on the bun, then wrapping in aluminum foil for a few minutes, to allow the bun to “steam” for an extra juicy burger! You can place the aluminum foil wrapped burger back on the still-warm grill, to allow the heat to steam the burgers and buns. Related RecipesIf you love burgers, you’ll also love how we cook burgers on the stove, our smoked burgers, and these Hawaiian rolls cheeseburger sliders! How to Grill Frozen BurgersJessica BurgessHow to Grill Frozen Burgers: No need to thaw these ground beef, frozen patties! With a cooking time of only 20 minutes on the gas grill, you'll have perfect burgers ready for lunch or dinner! 5 from 5 votes Print Recipe Pin Recipe Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 20 mins Total Time 30 mins Course Main Course Cuisine American Servings 6 burgers Calories 2 kcal Equipment
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NutritionServing: 1burger | Calories: 2kcal | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 3mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 1mg Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more. Can you cook frozen burgers on the grill?Is It Safe to Grill Frozen Burgers? Yep, it's completely safe to grill burgers from their frozen state. According to the USDA, it's safe to grill both meat and poultry from frozen as long as you cook it to the proper doneness—for ground beef, that's 160°F.
How long do you cook a frozen burger on each side?Place frozen, seasoned patties onto the hot cast-iron pan. Cook 3-5 minutes on each side, then flip. Continue flipping until a nice crust has formed — about 15 minutes. Remove from the pan and serve on your favorite bun!
Is it better to grill frozen or thawed burgers?Although there's nothing wrong with grilling frozen burgers, it is better to grill thawed burgers. This is because a thawed burger will cook more evenly which results in a juicer, tastier burger. It is worth the extra time to defrost the meat first, if that's an option for you.
How long to grill frozen burgers for medium rare?Assuming that you are cooking at a temperature of 350 to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and that your beef patties are about 1/2-inch thick, it takes: 10 minutes to grill frozen burgers for rare. 15 minutes to medium rare. 20 minutes to well done.
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