Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
  • 2 tbsp ice-cold water or beef bone broth
  • 1.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp rubbed dalmatian sage
  • 0.5 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp pure maple syrup

Instructions:

  1. Place your 1 lb of ground beef in a chilled metal bowl.
  2. In a small ramekin, combine the 1.5 tsp salt, 1 tsp sage, 0.5 tsp pepper, 0.25 tsp red pepper, 0.25 tsp nutmeg, 0.5 tsp garlic powder, and 0.5 tsp onion powder.
  3. Pour the 2 tbsp of ice cold water (or broth) and 1 tbsp maple syrup over the spice mix and stir into a slurry.
  4. Pour the spice slurry over the beef. Using your hands, mix vigorously for about 2 minutes until the meat feels tacky and sticky to the touch.
  5. Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions. Roll into balls and then flatten into discs about 1/2 inch thick.
  6. Place the formed patties on a parchment lined plate and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  7. Set your skillet over medium high heat. Add a tiny drop of oil; once it shimmers and Wisps of smoke appear, it's ready.
  8. Place 4-6 patties in the pan (don't crowd them). Cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom is a deep mahogany brown.
  9. Turn the patties over and cook for another 3 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  10. Remove the patties and let them sit for 2 minutes before serving.