Learn how to season store-bought frozen hamburger patties with a homemade seasoning mix that is easy to make and full of delicious flavor. It's a very easy way to make delicious burgers.

Also check out this ground turkey seasoning that's great for making turkey burgers!
Pre-made frozen hamburger patties are a great way to serve up a delicious, hearty dinner with minimal time and effort. And although hamburger patties are quite good with just salt and pepper, you can really take them up a notch with this homemade seasoning. Sprinkle the seasoning directly onto the frozen burgers, then grill or cook in the oven or on the stovetop.
Seasoning ingredients and notes:
This seasoning has a ton of umami from smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper and garlic and onion powder. It's also quite spicy! If you want less heat, use less crushed red pepper flakes.

How to season frozen hamburger patties:
- Remove the patties from the freezer and separate them. (Use a spatula to separate them if they're sticking together.)
- Let the frozen patties sit at room temperature for a few minutes until they're starting to thaw on the surface. (As shown in the photo below.) This will help the seasoning stick to the beef.
- Evenly sprinkle the seasoning onto both sides of the patty, then cook on the stovetop, the grill or in the oven.

How much seasoning should I use per patty?
Use ½ teaspoon of this seasoning per hamburger patty (¼ teaspoon per side).
How to cook frozen hamburger patties on the stovetop:
Add vegetable oil or mild olive oil to a cast iron skillet. Heat on medium-high heat until the oil is shimmering. Cook the seasoned frozen burger patties on both sides.
How to cook frozen hamburger patties in the oven:
Heat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line baking sheet with aluminum foil, then set a metal wire rack on it. Set the seasoned frozen burger patties on the wire rack and transfer to the oven.
When are frozen hamburger patties done cooking?
The best way to tell is by using a meat thermometer. The safe internal temperature for ground beef is 160 degrees F. (The cooking time will usually be around 5 minutes per side.)
Let the cooked beef patties rest for 5 minutes, then serve on buns with your favorite toppings. (For a great sauce to spread on the burgers, check out this spicy hamburger sauce!)
How to store the seasoning:
If you're not planning to use the seasoning right away, store it in an airtight container in the cabinet or kitchen pantry.
More delicious beef seasoning recipes:
- Dry Rub for Chuck Roast5 Minutes
- Ground Beef Seasoning5 Minutes
- Brown Sugar Steak Rub5 Minutes
- Espresso Rub Recipe5 Minutes
Did you make this recipe? Please let me know how you liked it in the comments below! Thank you!
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How to Season Frozen Hamburger Patties
Equipment:
- measuring spoons
- bowl
Ingredients:
- 10 frozen hamburger patties
Seasoning ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes*
Instructions:
- Take the frozen hamburger patties out of the freezer and separate. (Use a spatula to separate them if they're sticking together.) Let the patties sit out at room temperature for a few minutes until starting to thaw on the surface. (This will help the seasoning stick to the patty.)
- Meanwhile, add all seasoning ingredients to a bowl and mix until well combined.
- Sprinkle about ¼ teaspoon of seasoning onto each side of each hamburger patty.
- Cook the patties on the stovetop, the grill or in the oven.
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