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Barbecue Hamburger Patties Recipe

These juicy, flavorful barbecue hamburger patties are perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prepping! This adaptable recipe makes delicious patties that can be enjoyed immediately or frozen for easy 'once a month cooking' (OAMC). Get ready for tender, BBQ-glazed patties bursting with flavor.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 824.9 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 4.7 (9 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barbecue Hamburger Patties

  • 1.5 lbs ground beef
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

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How to Make Barbecue Hamburger Patties

  1. In a large bowl, gently combine 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 recommended), 1/2 medium yellow onion (finely chopped), and 1 teaspoon salt.
  2. Shape the meat mixture into 6 patties, each about 3/4-inch thick.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the patties for 3-4 minutes per side, until nicely seared.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for 10 minutes, or until the patties are cooked through.
  5. Remove patties from skillet and drain off excess grease.
  6. In a small saucepan, whisk together 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup chili sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
  7. Pour the sauce over the patties in the skillet.
  8. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, spooning the sauce over the patties every 5 minutes to ensure even glazing.
  9. Serve the barbecue hamburger patties immediately, spooning extra sauce over each patty.
  10. **For Once-a-Month Cooking (OAMC):** Carefully place the cooked patties and sauce in a large freezer-safe zip-top bag. Remove as much air as possible before sealing.
  11. Label the bag with the date and contents. Freeze for up to 3 months.
  12. **To Reheat:** Remove the bag from the freezer the night before. Empty the contents into a casserole dish and bake, covered, at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 1 hour, or until the patties are heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

42g

Fat

167g

Carbs

4g

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Main Courses Lunch Main Dish / Dinner Beef & Red Meat Ground Beef Recipes The Americas American

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Main Ingredient Preparation Beef Barbecue Dietary Low Carb Ground Beef Low In Something Meat Equipment Grilling