8 Common Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Burger

A perfectly cooked burger is juicy, flavorful, and satisfying. But even small mistakes can leave you with a dry, bland, or unevenly cooked patty. Here are the 8 most common burger mistakes — and how to avoid them.

1. Buying Cheap, Inferior-Quality Beef

The foundation of any great burger is good meat. Low-quality beef often lacks flavor and has the wrong fat-to-meat ratio. For best results, choose 80/20 ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat) for a juicy, flavorful patty.

2. Over-Seasoning the Patty

Seasoning enhances flavor, but too much salt, pepper, or spices can overpower the beef’s natural taste. Stick to a light sprinkle of salt and pepper just before cooking, and let the toppings and sauces do the rest.

3. Forgetting to Create a Dimple