Make your own burgers instead of buying them pre-made
Although hamburgers are ubiquitous in the American diet, they're not as simple as they seem. A surprising mistake is not even making them yourself, instead buying pre-made burgers with unknown ingredients.
Buying pre-made hamburgers can be disastrous. Beyond the allergens that should be listed, there are details like the black pepper. You don't know if the ground pepper in those hamburgers has lost its flavor or is spicier than usual. A pinch of pepper can completely ruin a barbecue.
The questions you'd ask to find out what's in them could take as long as making them yourself. It's better to do it yourself. Control the meat mix, seasonings, ratio, fat content, binders, and shape.
Avoid common mistakes by using a ground beef mix with 20% fat. Forget eggs, breadcrumbs, and binders: let the fat do the work. Mix gently and form patties thin enough to be juicy but thick enough to enjoy. Season only after forming to retain moisture. Cook to the minimum doneness required for safety, become a grilling expert, and impress your friends.
