Broiler burgers are cooked under dry, direct heat from the top down, resulting in healthier and less fatty burgers. They can be cooked in a skillet or broiler pan, and are easy to prepare. Grilled burgers should be watched carefully to avoid burning.
Broiler burgers are hamburgers, veggie burgers, fish balls, or other burgers that are cooked a specific distance under dry, direct heat. The broiler heats and cooks burgers from the top down – the opposite of the broiler, which cooks directly from the bottom up. Broiler burgers often cook at temperatures around 500° Fahrenheit (260° Celsius), although most ovens have at least two grill temperature controls, low and high. Burgers cooked under a broiler are generally healthier and contain less fat than those cooked any other method. Broiling techniques can range from simple to complex, and there are different methods of broiling.
Broiled burgers can be cooked in a shallow skillet that holds the juices and fat or in a broiler pan. Burgers that are grilled and soaked in their own juices are often moist and have more flavor. Those cooked in a pan may be healthier due to the reduced fat content. The grill pan has two pieces: a fluted top and a drip pan. The fat and juices pass through the slots and flow into the bottom pan, removing excess fat from the burgers.
In addition to the health and flavor benefits, grilled burgers are convenient and easy to prepare. Pre-formed patties can be used, or a custom burger can be made using fresh ground beef. The oven grate should be moved from its usual central position closer to the top and grill elements. The closer the grill is to the heating element, the faster the burgers will cook. You can turn the oven on low or high cooking mode, although the oven must be pre-heated with the oven door closed.
Once the burgers are done, they should be placed on a shallow baking rack or pan and placed in the oven near the heating element. When cooking halfway through, the pan should be removed and the burgers flipped to finish cooking on the other side. Grilled burgers need to be watched carefully, as they tend to cook quickly and could burn easily. If the oven overheats and fat splatters, the oven may also smoke and catch fire. Leaving the oven door open slightly causes a slower cooking time, but can help keep the burgers from burning and catching fire.
Grilled burgers are quick and easy to prepare, making them a convenient choice for feeding large groups or small groups that are short on time. Grilled burgers are often served in plain or toasted buns, just like grilled or pan-fried burgers. After the burgers have finished cooking, the open buns can be placed on the grill and toasted before serving. Broiling techniques also work for cooking other foods, especially meat and fish.
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