Easy Homemade Hamburger Seasoning Mix

If you make hamburgers at home very often, having a jar of homemade hamburger seasoning in the pantry makes dinner even easier.

Instead of reaching for several different spices every time you make burgers, you can mix up a batch ahead of time and have it ready to go.

This homemade hamburger seasoning is made with simple pantry ingredients and adds just the right combination of savory, garlicky, and slightly smoky flavor to ground beef.

I love having homemade seasoning mixes on hand because they make everyday cooking a little easier without relying on a packet from the store.

Why Make Your Own Hamburger Seasoning?

Making your own seasoning mix is one of those little things that makes simple homemade living easier. You can make a batch in just a few minutes, store it in a jar, and use it whenever you’re making burgers.

It’s also easy to adjust the seasoning to your family’s taste. Want a little more garlic? Add it. Like your burgers with a little extra smoky flavor? Increase the smoked paprika.

And if you’re already making your own meatloaf and meatball seasoning mixes, this is a natural one to add to your homemade pantry.

Homemade Hamburger Seasoning Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley
• 2 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt

How to Make Hamburger Seasoning

Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl. Stir well until everything is evenly mixed.

Transfer the seasoning to a small airtight jar or spice container. Label the jar and store it in a cool, dry pantry.

Give the jar a quick shake before each use since the ingredients can settle over time.

How Much Seasoning Do You Use?

For burgers, start with about 1 tablespoon of seasoning per pound of ground beef.

Mix the seasoning gently into the ground beef before forming your hamburger patties. Try not to overwork the meat or your burgers can become tough.

You can always adjust the amount the next time you make them depending on how strongly seasoned you like your burgers.

Other Ways to Use Hamburger Seasoning

Don’t save this seasoning just for hamburgers. Try it in:

• Ground beef tacos
• Sloppy joes
• Meatloaf
• Meatballs
• Ground beef casseroles
• Stuffed peppers
• Hamburger soup
• Ground beef and potatoes
• Homemade burger bowls

It’s especially handy on nights when you need to get dinner on the table quickly.

More Homemade Mixes to Try

If you’re building a collection of homemade mixes, you might also like:

• Homemade Meatloaf Seasoning Mix
• Homemade Meatball Seasoning Mix
• Homemade Fajita Seasoning Mix
• Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix
• Homemade Chili Seasoning Mix
• Homemade Italian Dressing Mix
• Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix
• Homemade Onion Soup Mix

How to Store Homemade Hamburger Seasoning

Keep the seasoning in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. A small glass spice jar works perfectly.

I like to make several homemade seasoning mixes at once and keep them together in the pantry. It makes cooking from scratch feel much less complicated.

Homemade hamburger seasoning is one of those little pantry staples that takes almost no effort to make but makes homemade meals so much easier.

Once you have a jar ready to go, you’ll probably find yourself reaching for it more often than you expected.

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