The burger standard · 80/20 benchmark — from the Chuck primal.
Chuck is the benchmark burger grind for a reason: its natural ~80/20 lean-to-fat ratio delivers juiciness and deep beef flavor without added fat. Single-muscle chuck grinds also offer traceability and consistency that generic “ground beef” can’t match.
What It's Called
United States: Ground chuck, Chuck grind, 80/20
Australia: Chuck mince, Premium beef mince
United Kingdom: Minced chuck, Steak mince
How to Cook It
Smash burger: Thin patties, ripping-hot griddle, hard crust.
Pub burger: Thick patties, grill or plancha, gentle handling.
Marterra runs consistent chuck grind programs — specify ratio, grind size, and pack format (bulk, sleeved, or pattied to weight). Blends with brisket or short rib available for signature burgers.