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BBQ Burgers

Mouthwatering BBQ Burgers That You Can Customize!

Delicious BBQ Burgers that can be customized to your taste, featuring juicy beef, flavorful toppings, and a variety of sauces.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Patty
  • 1 lb 80/20 Lean Ground Chuck Delivers juicy, rich flavor that’s ideal for BBQ burgers.
  • 2 slices White Sandwich Bread Acts as a panade for added moisture.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; or use 1 tsp garlic powder.
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder Seasoning for flavor.
  • 1 tsp Oregano Seasoning for flavor.
  • 1 tsp Salt Seasoning for flavor.
  • 1 tsp Pepper Seasoning for flavor.
For the Toppings
  • 4 slices Sharp Cheddar Cheese Melts beautifully to enhance flavor.
  • 8 slices Thick Cut Bacon Adds a crispy, savory layer.
  • 1 cup Tomato Slices Standard fresh topping.
  • 1 cup Lettuce Standard fresh topping.
  • 1 cup Yellow Onion Standard fresh topping.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Homemade BBQ Sauce Adds essential moisture and flavor.
For the Fried Onion Strings
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Essential for a crispy batter.
  • 1 large Egg Essential for a crispy batter.
For the Buns
  • 4 buns Hamburger Buns The ideal base for your BBQ burger.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Instant-read Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, mash together torn white sandwich bread, homemade BBQ sauce, minced garlic, and your seasonings until you achieve a chunky paste.
  2. Gently fold the cold 80/20 lean ground chuck into the prepared panade, mixing just until combined.
  3. Divide the meat mixture into four equal portions and roll them into loose balls. Flatten each ball into a patty shape about ¾ inch thick.
  4. Refrigerate the formed patties for at least 15 minutes to maintain shape and moisture.
  5. Preheat your grill or skillet to medium-high heat, and cook the patties for 3-5 minutes on each side.
  6. While the burgers cook, toast your hamburger buns until golden brown.
  7. Once the burgers are grilled, assemble each patty on a toasted bun with additional BBQ sauce and toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These BBQ Burgers are perfect for summer gatherings, and they can be customized to fit any palate.

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