Every hamburger I cook for my family at home includes this simple Burger Seasoning recipe! I’ve combined a few herbs and spices to create a savory and smokey flavor. I simply mix it with my ground beef to form burger patties, then top with different things depending on what each family member loves most. This combo of spices is an easy way that I make burgers at home extra special.
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What’s in this Burger Seasoning Recipe?
I made this blend of spices to create a simple, savory, and smoky spices make this hamburger seasoning blend the perfect complement to any burger recipe!
- Smoked Paprika: Adds a smoky and slightly sweet flavor to the burger seasoning.
- Onion Powder: Imparts a savory and slightly sweet onion flavor, enhancing the overall umami taste of the burger patties.
- Dried Oregano: Adds an earthy and herbaceous note to the seasoning.
- Kosher Salt: Enhances the natural flavors of the ground meat.
- Garlic Powder: Provides a rich garlic flavor to the seasoning.
- Ground Black Pepper: Adds a mildly spicy kick to the burgers.
Pro Tip: For a spicy seasoning blend, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes!
Variations
I have used this seasoning blend with all kinds of burgers. Here are some of my favorites that have worked really well for my family.
- For a Mediterranean burger (yes, this seasoning works with chicken and turkey burgers too!), I replaced the smoked paprika with regular paprika, and add some dried thyme, rosemary, and lemon zest.
- For a Southwestern burger, I swapped the smoked paprika for chipotle powder, and added some ground cumin, chili powder, and lime zest.
- For a BBQ burger (a favorite with my kids), I mixed in some brown sugar and ground mustard.
- For mushroom burgers (what my husband always requests), I mixed in some powdered shiitake mushrooms or mushroom seasoning.
How to Store
I store burger seasoning in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 months for best quality. When we are making burgers for a crowd, I double or triple the recipe and then store it in my spice cabinet along with all of my other homemade spice blends.
Serving Suggestions
I’ve used this seasoning is tasty on beef burgers, chicken burgers, turkey burgers, and even taco meat! I’ve also used it to season grilled corn, french fries, tater tots, or even some sautéed vegetables.
More Ways to Make Burgers
Use this mix to season your burger patties, then simply follow these easy cooking methods.
Burger Seasoning Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1½ teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine all the seasoning ingredients in a small dish or jar.2 tablespoons smoked paprika, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1½ teaspoons garlic powder, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Use 2-3 teaspoons of burger seasoning per pound of ground meat.
Becky’s Tips
- Nutritional information is for 2 teaspoons of seasoning.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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More Seasoning Recipes We Love
- Pork Chop Seasoning
- Turkey Rub
- Chicken Seasoning
- Creole Seasoning
- Blackened Seasoning
- Fajita Seasoning
- Italian Seasoning
- Herbs de Provence
- Taco Seasoning
- Ranch Seasoning
No matter how you season your burgers, it’s important to always include salt and pepper to bring out the natural flavor of the meat. I think this spice blend goes really well with hamburger meat, but it’s also great with chicken or turkey burgers.
This seasoning blend is just one way to add flavor to hamburgers. You can also add flavor by using a burger sauce after the burgers are finished cooking.
I love the taste of dried oregano, but rosemary, sage, thyme, parsley, and basil also pair well.
Yes! You want to mix this seasoning directly into the raw meat so that the flavor penetrates all the way through.
Love it making this for my family