How Long Do You Grill Burgers On Low?

A popular myth is that you need to cook burgers slowly on low heat. This is great if you are using a smoker. However, in this instance, you’re using a grill to cook your patties. You need to be reaching a high heat before placing your burgers onto your grill. Let’s go back to the basics! Get your grill up to a temperature of 325 to 350 degrees.

Place burgers on grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side. Place the patties on the grill over direct medium-high heat, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side. Flip once, halfway through cooking. During the last minute of grilling, add cheese if desired and let it melt. Toast buns on the grill, if desired. Serve with your favorite toppings!

The USDA recommends cooking ground beef to an internal temperature of 160 °F to ensure you’ve killed any harmful bacteria. The size of the burger patty and the temperature of the grill affect the amount of minutes a hamburger takes to reach the sought-after temperature, so keep in mind that these are estimates!

You can check the heat of your grill with the same thermometer you use to check the temperature of your meat. Once your grill has reached a high heat, it is time to add your burgers. They should sizzle a little as you place them down.