The Perfect Burger

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Makes

4 to 4 servings

* PLUS Refrigeration Time: 30 minutes

When it comes to burgers, a minimalist approach is best: good meat, handled lightly.

Ingredients

  • 750 g lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • In a bowl, stir together the ground beef, water, soy sauce and pepper. By hand, very gently form into 4 to 6 patties (depending on how big you want to make them), handling the meat as lightly as possible. Arrange on a waxed-paper-lined platter and refrigerate for 30 min (or longer) to allow the meat to firm up. Cold meat will hold together better on the grill.
  • At grilling time, preheat the barbecue on high for 5 min. Place the burgers on the grill, turn the heat down to medium and grill for 4 to 5 min per side (flipping once) or until the meat is no longer pink inside.
  • Remove from the grill and serve on buns with the usual accompaniments.

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