How to Grill Hamburgers and Fries
July 2nd, 2011Sometimes we barbecue lovers just need to come back to the simplicity and “commonness” (if that’s a word?) of good ole’ burgers on the grill. They are easy and fast to make, and if you do it right, outstandingly edible and impossible to beat.
I really wanted to share something special with you for this fourth of July weekend. Sadly, I’ve been feeling under the weather yesterday and today, so I decided to simply show you how I grill burgers and fries on my Meadow Creek SQ36 Smoker. If you really want an enjoyable cookout with the family, grill up some burgers and fries and serve them right off the grill. It’s a lot of fun to pick at the fries and dip them in ketchup right on the grill. 🙂
To the right is the finished product, for your drooling convenience. 😉
I’ll be using a Meadow Creek SQ36 Smoker with a grill pan in this recipe.
First, I pile my charcoal together and light it with a propane torch.
We usually mix our own burgers because they are so much better than what we can buy in the store around here. While the charcoal is getting lit, you can mix up your meat. Earlier I posted a good recipe for homemade burgers. Click the link for our recipe and other tips on grilling burgers.
After the charcoal has white edges, I spread it out evenly and set my stainless steel food grate on the grill.
In my homemade burger recipe here, I explain in more detail my secrets for grilling amazing burgers, but it’s really not that hard. Season them well on both sides and get ’em cookin’!
Now, here’s where it gets really fun—grilling fries. 🙂
Spread aluminum foil on the grate and use a fork to poke a bunch of holes in it. This way the smoke can travel through the foil. Dump your fries on the foil and season them with Meadow Creek’s regular seasoning or another rub that tastes great on vegetables. “Stir” them a little partway through to help them cook more evenly. Once they’re hot and soft all the way through, they’re ready to eat.
I like to add a slice of cheese to each burger as they finishing up on the grill. It makes a great presentation and the “eaters” will love it too.
If the fries are getting close to done, but you need more time with the burgers, slide the foil over to a cool spot on the grill.
Time to dig in! 🙂
Add some bread, lettuce, onion, and ketchup—and get your jaws in gear.
Now it’s your turn. Please leave a comment to share your thoughts. Like it? Ideas for improvement?
Just go do this and have fun,
Lavern
Tags: grilled burgers, grilled hamburger recipes, sq36 bbq smoker
July 2nd, 2011 at 4:47 pm
Always enjoyed your recipes and cooking ideas very much.
Thank you and I am keeping your e-mails on file.
July 2nd, 2011 at 6:33 pm
well this look real good, and this is exactly what I am going to do monday, for lunch along with some b,b,q baby back ribs and potato salad.
July 2nd, 2011 at 7:21 pm
I like to make 1/4 lb patties, roll up balls of blue cheese and seal the cheese balls along with some diced onions and jalapeno peppers in-between 2 of the patties. Add a couple or three strips of good bacon on the top after the last turn. Cook low and slow to retain juiciness, and no one will leave the table hungry. We call it the B.B. King Burger, and as B.B. says “Everybody eats when I eat!”
July 7th, 2011 at 9:48 am
Wow, that sounds like one deliciously huge burger. Thanks for sharing.
Lavern
July 3rd, 2011 at 12:36 am
VFW BBQING FER US, @ $5 A PLATE, SAUSAGE, CHICKEN QURTERS,BRISKET, AND FIXENS, CHEAPER SINCE THERE ARE JUST THE TWO OF US. YOUR DINNER LOOKS FINE TO ME TOO. HAVE A GOOD FOURTH.
JOHNNY AND JOANN
July 5th, 2011 at 8:45 pm
I didn’t get to do this recipe yet but this weekend its on! I love all the tips thanks a lot hope you had a great 4th.
July 7th, 2011 at 9:47 am
Sounds great! Thanks for letting me know. 🙂
August 19th, 2011 at 8:58 pm
Thanks so much for sharing! That burger looks sooooo great! This is what I’m going to do tomorrow. Love your blog, Lavern.
August 19th, 2011 at 9:33 pm
You’re welcome. Thanks for letting me know. 🙂
September 5th, 2016 at 10:28 pm
Great post! Didn’t knw i can do fries on grill. but i have an indoor grill, i guess it should work..i’m gna try