FOOD NEWS
The Utensil Mistake You Need To Avoid When Grilling Burgers
By Julia Mullaney
Whether you're cooking burgers over a charcoal grill or right on the stovetop, never poke them with a fork because the juices from your burger will run.
When the juices run from a burger, it allows the burger to dry up, leaving you and your guests with a dry burger that lacks the right flavor and texture.
Although you don't want juices to escape, cooking burgers in a pan is less risky because they can be absorbed into the burger. If you're using a grill, the juices will escape.
Resist the urge to poke your burgers with a fork and allow them to cook on a lower heat. The inside will have time to cook before the outside burns, resulting in perfect patties.
Once the patties are done, let the meat rest to redistribute the juices throughout the burger, ensuring a mouthwatering bite from start to finish.