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Hamburger Seasoning

A simple homemade hamburger seasoning blend to flavor ground beef.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • Small Bowl or Jar
  • Spoon or whisk
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Airtight container

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoonskosher salt
  • 2 teaspoonssmoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoonscoarsely ground black pepper
  • 2 teaspoonsbrown sugar
  • 2 teaspoonsground mustard
  • 2 teaspoonsgarlic powder
  • 2 teaspoonsonion powder
  • 1 teaspoonground cumin

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Measure the seasoning ingredients exactly as listed and put them into a small bowl or a jar (use the full amounts given in the ingredient list).
  • Stir with a spoon or whisk, or screw on the jar lid and shake, until the spices and sugar are evenly combined.
  • For two pounds of ground beef, add the entire batch of seasoning to the meat. Sprinkle the seasoning evenly over the surface of the ground beef in a mixing bowl.
  • Gently mix the seasoning into the meat with your hands or a spatula until evenly distributed; avoid overworking the meat to keep burgers tender.
  • Form the seasoned meat into patties and cook as desired.
  • If you did not use the whole batch, transfer the remaining seasoning to an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place.

Notes

Notes
TO STORE
: Store hamburger seasoning in an airtight storage container or glass jar for up to 6 months. Keep it in a cool, dry place.