Homemade Burger Seasoning

By Todd Martin September 1, 2025 3 mins read 10 Views

Whether you are grilling juicy beef patties or plant-based burgers, this homemade burger seasoning will take them to the next level. Fire up the grill and get ready for a flavor-packed experience!

Grilled burgers are good, but our homemade burger seasoning will take them up a notch. The best part is that most of these ingredients are likely in your pantry, and you can assemble this seasoning blend in just a few minutes. Bring this rub to tailgating events, cookouts, or camping trips. You’ll be glad you did! It offers a delicious, savory flavor with a hint of sweetness that brings out the natural beefiness of the meat.
This recipe yields roughly 1/2 cup of burger seasoning. Use 1 tablespoon for each pound of ground beef.

Using a burger seasoning instead of just salt can heighten the flavor profile of your burger. While salt is a key component of burger making, burger seasonings will include a blend of herbs and spices that add depth and complexity to the patty. Ingredients like garlic or onion powder are often included for an extra savory kick. Overall, using a burger seasoning can take your burger from ordinary to extraordinary.

Burger seasoning Ingredients:

Kosher Salt (Morton)
Black pepper
Onion powder
Garlic powder
White sugar (granulated sugar)
Paprika (not smoked)
Dried marjoram (or other dried herbs like thyme, oregano, rosemary, etc.)

How to make a burger seasoning

Combine seasoning ingredients in a small bowl. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the cupboard for up to six months.
Apply 1 tablespoon of burger seasoning to 1 pound of meat 5 minutes before grilling. Or use 1/2-3/4 of teaspoon per burger, depending on size. If you plan on making stuffed burgers with bacon, then season them lightly.

Quick tips

For easier application, apply seasoning with a shaker.
Use this seasoning mixture on steaks, meatballs, or on beef ribs.
Make a large batch and use it for all your grilling needs. Add 1 teaspoon of cornstarch to the mixture to prevent caking.
Want it smokier? Substitute regular paprika with smoked paprika.

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The Best Burger Seasoning

Whether you are grilling beef patties or plant-based burgers, this homemade burger seasoning will take them to the next level!

Course Rubs

Cuisine American BBQ

Keyword burger rub, hamburger rub

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings Cup

Calories 154kcal

Ingredients

2 tablespoons Kosher salt (Morton)
2 tablespoons coarse ground black pepper
2 tablespoons onion powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon dried marjoram

Instructions

Combine rub ingredients in a small bowl. Use mixture immediately or store it in an airtight container in the cupboard for up to six months.
Use 1 tablespoon of rub per 1 pound of ground meat, or 1/2-3/4 of a teaspoon per burger, depending on its size.
Use this mixture on steaks, meatballs, or on beef ribs as well.