Smoked Burgers
Smoked burgers are the ultimate comfort food, delivering juicy, smoky flavors that elevate your grilling game. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy family dinners, this simple recipe transforms everyday ingredients into mouthwatering results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 4 burger buns
- Toppings of choice (cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles)
Instructions
- Preheat smoker to 225°F (107°C) and soak wood chips in water.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Form patties about ¾-inch thick with a slight indentation in the center.
- Place patties on smoker grates and smoke for 60-90 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Add cheese during the last few minutes if desired.
- Assemble burgers on toasted buns with your chosen toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Experiment with different wood chips like hickory or applewood to adjust the flavor profile of your burgers. For meal prep, make extra patties and freeze them for quick future meals.