The secret to perfect stovetop burgers is poking a hole through the middle of the burger patty so it cooks evenly, inside and out. Here's how to cook burgers on the stove (including how long to cook burgers for perfect doneness).
Ingredient:
1 1/3 pounds ground beef
3 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
4 hamburger buns, split
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Optional: Cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard