When it comes to grilling, frozen burgers are a great option. They’re quick and easy to make and you can cook them on any grill that has an indirect zone.
Fresh isn’t always an option when it comes to burgers. Frozen burgers are a great option for all that summer grilling fun.
Pellet grills are the supreme chef when it comes to backyard grilling and cooking so why not cook up those frozen burgers and get all those smoky flavors in your summer BBQ?
Stoke up your pellet grill to between 325 and 350 degrees F. Place your frozen burgers right on the grill and cook until you see the juices flowing and flip. Burgers should reach an internal temperature of 160 degrees F before serving.
Pellet grills are an easy and tasty way to make your outdoor BBQ fun. The great thing is, compared to charcoal grills, you have a lot more control over the temperature. Temperature control is key to grilling up good burgers from frozen meat.
Ideally, your pellet grill should be set at 325-350 degrees F for the perfect grill. You don’t want to thaw your frozen patties before putting them on the grill. Thawed burgers get mushy and make it hard to get that good sear to seal in the juices.
Now that you know how to grill frozen burgers, let’s talk about some other tips and tricks.
Use a meat thermometer! It’s important that your burger is cooked all the way through, but not overcooked. You don’t want to have to pick out pieces of rubbery meat from between your teeth later on in life because they were too chewy or tough.
Use a spatula! Flip each burger once when it reaches medium rare (or whatever temperature you prefer). If there are multiple burgers on one side of the grill surface, flip them together so they all cook evenly without getting cold spots by themselves in between flips.
What You Need to Know About Grilling Frozen Burgers
A lot of grillmasters prefer fresh beef patties over the obvious convenience of frozen patties. Sometimes you don’t have a choice, or it simply is more convenient.
Grilling frozen patties isn’t difficult. A few extra steps and you’ll have delicious burgers grilled to the point where you wouldn’t even know they were frozen in the first place.
The key to perfect burgers made from frozen patties is remembering that you want to cook them low and slow.
How to Grill Frozen Burgers on a Pit Boss Pellet Grill
It’s a good idea to use the right grill for the job. The Pit Boss pellet grill is one of the best grills for this type of food because it controls the temperatures in the grill by controlling the fuel. You’ll also want to make sure you have a meat thermometer so that you can check the temperature of your burgers while they’re cooking.
If you are using wood pellets, it should take about 20 minutes for the Pellet Boss to reach its maximum temperature of 600 degrees Fahrenheit (the maximum allowed before you risk burning your food), so less for your burgers.
While you usually go with higher temperatures when grilling with fresh ingredients, the key to good burgers from frozen is low and slow.
Step 2: Prep Your Burgers
We’re going to separate our frozen burgers into 4-6 patties. This is a simple process; all you need to do is use a spatula or other flat object (like a butter knife) and run it along the edge of each burger, separating it into two pieces.
Most frozen patties come stacked in a box or bag with wax paper between them. They will still stick together a little, so it’s best to separate them before your grill is ready to go.
Step 3: Time to Grill
Now it’s time to put the burgers on the grill. If you’re using a spatula or tongs, place them in a single layer on the cooking grate and close the lid of your pellet smoker. Make sure that the flame broiler plate is closed. Remember, low and slow. You’re going to grill your frozen patties over indirect heat.
Step 4: Only Flip Once
If all goes well, after about 15 minutes have passed and your burgers look done enough that they won’t fall apart when flipped over (or if they already have been flipped), flip them over so that both sides get cooked evenly by heat from above and below. Let them cook another 5 minutes until they reach medium-rare doneness–which means slightly pink inside–and remove them from heat once again.
Right before flipping them is the perfect time to add any seasoning you want, even if it’s only salt and pepper.
Once the burgers have reached a temperature of 135 degrees F, it’s time to flip them. Flip them once, then let them cook for another few minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 150 degrees F (though don’t be afraid if your burger is slightly less done than you’d like–it will continue cooking after you remove it from the grill).
You’ll be tempted to keep flipping your burgers over and over again while they’re on the grill, but resist this urge! If you flip too many times, they will end up with unevenly cooked insides that are tough and chewy rather than tender and juicy.
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In addition, flipping too often can cause flare-ups (flames coming off of your food), which means extra heat will burn off some of those tasty juices before they make their way into your mouth via consumption by yourself or others close by who might appreciate such deliciousness as well (or even those who do not).
Hint: don’t be tempted to press on the burgers with the spatula. That squeezes those tasty juices out of the meat.
Step 5: Use a Meat Thermometer
Now that you have your burgers on the grill, it’s time to use a meat thermometer. A meat thermometer is an essential tool for cooking any kind of meat properly and safely. Using a calibrated thermometer will ensure that your burgers are cooked all the way through before serving them up with some cheese and veggies!
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Most pellet grills, including the pit boss, come with meat thermometers. You’ll want to carefully monitor the internal temperature after flipping the burgers. It’s easy to overcook them at this point.
It’s time to put cheese on your burgers. If you’re not using a cheese that melts well, this will be more difficult than it needs to be. Some cheeses are just not meant for grilling, so make sure yours is one of the good ones!
Cheese should match the burger in many ways: flavor, texture, and color are all important considerations when choosing what kind of cheese will work best with your frozen patty creation. You want something that won’t overpower or overwhelm your creation (unless you’re going for that!), but also doesn’t underwhelm either–you don’t want blandness or dryness coming through at all costs here!
You can add the cheese while they’re still on the grill or during the following rest period.
Step 7: Time to let them rest
At this point, you can remove the burgers from the grill and let them rest for 5-10 minutes. This allows the juices to settle and also allows the cheese to melt fully. While they’re resting, you can prepare your condiments (I like ketchup) or anything else that will go well with them!
Resting does two things for you: lets the meat reabsorb the juices and drains the fat away. That means juicier meat and no soggy buns.
How Long Does it Take to Grill a Frozen Burger?
The first thing to consider is how long it takes your grill to cook a burger. If you have a charcoal grill, for example, the process may take longer than if you were using gas.
The second thing to consider is whether or not you want to cook your burgers frozen or thawed. A frozen burger will take longer than one that has been defrosted because there is more moisture inside of the meat and therefore more heat must be absorbed before reaching a safe internal temperature (160 degrees F).
Frozen patties take about 25-30 minutes to grill at 350 degrees F. This is average. The actual length of time will vary according to the thickness and weight of the beef. That’s why it’s so important to use a meat thermometer.
What You Need for Delicious Burgers
Do you know what makes a burger delicious? The right ingredients. Here are some things you’ll need to make and grill one:
Ground beef (or whatever meat you want)
A patty press or mold, if you want uniform patties. You can also just use your hands! Or premade frozen patties
Salt, pepper, and other seasonings if you like spicy food
Buns for serving burgers on–or just eat them straight from the grill!
Toppings. Aioli makes an excellent, flavorful topping to compliment your favorite burger.
Ingredients
4-ounce frozen burger patties
Buns (brioche buns or pretzel buns add a nice touch)
Cheese slices
Olive oil
Salt
Pepper
BBQ sauce
Tomato for slicing
Iceberg lettuce
Aioli Ingredients
2 egg yolk
2 cloves garlic
Salt
Extra virgin olive oil (1 cup)
Lemon juice (1 tsp)
Cold water (1 tsp)
Dijon mustard (1 tsp)
Worcestershire sauce
Mix the aioli ingredients in your food processor for a delicious condiment.
Equipment
Meat thermometer: You’ll need this for testing the temperature of your burgers so that you know when they’re done. The USDA recommends that ground beef be cooked to an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
Grill: Any grill that’s big enough for two patties will do; just make sure it has a lid! Pellet grills are the best option for frozen patties.
Smoker chips or pellets depending on your grill
Mixing bowl
Paper towels
Foil
Spatula
BBQ brush: brush on your favorite BBQ sauce while your burgers are grilling.
Food processor
Plastic wrap
Differences Between Frozen Burgers & Fresh Burgers
That’s right: there are some people who prefer their burgers frozen over fresh. You may be one of them! Why? Because there is a difference between those burgers made fresh and those that were made ahead and frozen for you.
There are a few reasons why someone might prefer to use frozen burgers over fresh ones:
They’re cheaper than fresh ones.
Frozen patties are easy to store in the freezer and take out whenever you need them–you don’t have to worry about defrosting them before cooking!
Frozen burgers have a higher fat content.
Frozen burgers don’t shrink as much when cooking
There are also a few reasons that you might prefer fresh burgers:
Frozen burgers take longer to grill
Frozen burgers shouldn’t be served with some pink in the middle, while you can leave some pink with fresh burgers
We hope you enjoyed this article about grilling frozen burgers on a pellet grill. It’s a great way to make delicious food for your family and friends, without spending all day in the kitchen!
A pellet grill is a great way to cook your frozen burgers to perfection. The joys of indirect heat allow you to grill low and slow from frozen to tasty. The pellets also add an amazing smokey flavor to your meat that you can’t get any other way.
