How to Prevent Hamburgers from Drying Out While Barbecuing

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Season the hamburger meat as desired.

   Seasoning the hamburger meat will add flavor and make the burger taste much better.
   
   Salt and pepper are the most commonly used seasoning but you may feel free to use whatever else you'd like.
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   Step 2: Add about 1 tablespoon of barbecue sauce

   The barbecue sauce and onion adds a little extra flavor and the oatmeal seals in the moisture.,, Gather about a handful of meat and roll into a ball shape about the size of a tennis ball. , The hamburger patty does not have to be perfect but should be flattened so the burger will cook evenly.
   
   You can even create a small dent in the center to help the burger keep its shape even as it cooks. , Gas grill
   - Warm the gas grill to about 450° Charcoal grill
   - Arrange coals to look like a pyramid, pour lighter fluid on coals, and let the coals sit for about 10 minutes.
   
   Then carefully light grill; the grill is ready when coals turn white. , Use extra precaution since the grill is hot. , This not only helps to keep the burgers moist and juicy but it also helps lock in the flavor. , Over-flipping the burgers can cause them to dry out and lose moisture. , This is another way to keep burgers moist while grilling. ,, Add toppings and be creative.
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   Step 3: chopped onions and 1/2 cup of oatmeal to meat and mix.

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   Step 4: Place hamburger meat in a covered bowl and place in refrigerator for about 30 minutes to help seal in the flavor.

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   Step 5: Remove meat from the refrigerator.

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   Step 6: Flatten the ball-shaped hamburger meat between your hands to make a hamburger patty.

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   Step 7: Light the grill.

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   Step 8: Carefully place raw hamburger patties onto pre-lit grill.

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   Step 9: Close the barbecue lid while the burgers are cooking.

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    Step 10: Flip the hamburger patties once or twice with a spatula.

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    Step 11: Brush the burgers with barbecue sauce on each side just a few minutes before they are done.

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    Step 12: Cook the burgers for a few seconds more or until barbecue sauce thickens on both sides.

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    Step 13: Place the cooked hamburger on bun.

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