Tag: burger

Bistro Burger Version 2.0

Any good bistro has a good bistro burger. And there are as many variations as there are bistros. My first favorite bistro burger was loaded with lettuce, fried egg, bacon, and a whole bunch of other things. Version 2.0 of the bistro burger takes a little simpler approach, combining delicious grilled mushrooms and onion with a fantastic sauce. This is one messy burger and that’s a good thing. I’ve always said “The messier it is, the better it’s going to be.”

Bistro Burger Version 2

The sauce absolutely paired beautifully with the burger. It’s so good that I doubled the sauce recipe.

I’m a casual fan of horseradish, which means it can easily become too strong for me if there is too much of it in a dish. The amount of horseradish in the sauce on these burgers was just right for me. The same sauce now finds its way onto wraps and sandwiches in our household. It’s just that good.

I like to use a burger press when I make burgers. It, in combination with some patty papers, enables me to crank out a whole bunch of equally-sized burger patties in no time at all with little cleanup.

Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black

Don’t like horseradish? Try my other burgers version. It’s a little tamer but oh so good.

Bistro Burger Version 2
Print Pin
5 from 1 vote

Bistro Burger Version 2.0

Any good bistro has a good bistro burger. And there are as many variations as there are bistros. The sauce on these, though, is amazing.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword burgers
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 607kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Kraft

Ingredients

For the burgers

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • Kosher salt
  • ground black pepper
  • 4 ounces button mushrooms sliced
  • 4 ounces cremini mushrooms sliced
  • ½ cup red onions sliced then
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese
  • 4 slices Fontina cheese
  • 4 onion burger rolls

For the sauce (we love the sauce so much that we doubled it)

Instructions

For the sauce

  • Whisk together all ingredients until smooth.

For the burgers

  • Fire up your grill.
  • Season the burgers with salt and pepper and begin cooking.
  • Toss the mushrooms and onion with the olive oil and place on a sheet of aluminum foil.
  • Place foil on grill and cook until the mushrooms are starting to get tender.
  • When the burgers are done top with the mushroom mixture.
  • Add the cheese slices and melt.
  • Toast the buns if desired. Slather with the sauce.
  • Add the cooked patties.
  • Devour.

Nutrition

Calories: 607kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 129mg | Sodium: 599mg | Potassium: 614mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 438IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 393mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press, Black
Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Grillaholics Stuffed Burger Press and Recipe eBook - Extended Warranty - Hamburger Patty Maker for Grilling - BBQ Grill Accessories
Grillaholics Stuffed Burger Press and Recipe eBook – Extended Warranty – Hamburger Patty Maker for Grilling – BBQ Grill Accessories

Asian Pork Burgers

I could’ve just left off the lettuce because these Asian pork burgers require absolutely nothing else to make them even more fantastic. Every bite is packed with tender, juicy pork. Teriyaki and soy sauces and ginger bring that Asian-inspired taste. Add a few vegetables into the patties and you have what might just be the perfect pork burger. Or any kind of burger for that matter. It’s just good!

Asian Pork Burgers

I substituted a hot pepper instead of adding bell pepper to these Asian pork burgers. I wanted a little heat in my burgers. Nothing too overpowering. You can also just add a few pinches of red pepper flake if you want a little kick. But don’t leave out the vegetables. They add not only flavor but moisture, which pork needs. Every bite of these burgers is amazing. I could make these 10 days in a row and not get bored with them.

I like to use a burger press when I make burgers. It, in combination with some patty papers, enables me to crank out a whole bunch of equally-sized burger patties in no time at all with little cleanup.

Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black

Also try my maple mustard pork burgers. They’re crazy good too.

Asian Pork Burgers
Print Pin
5 from 1 vote

Asian Pork Burgers

These burgers are so packed with flavor that they really don’t require any toppings.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Asian, burgers, pork
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 8 servings
Calories 472kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place the pork in a large bowl.
  • Add the remaining ingredients except for the buns.
  • Divide into 8 equally-sized portions and form into patties.
  • Wrap in wax paper and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Fire up your grill.
  • Grill the burgers for 5 minutes then flip and continue grilling until done (160 F internal temperature).
  • Toast the buns, if desired.
  • Serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 472kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 716mg | Potassium: 475mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 253IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Weber 6493 21-Inch 3-Sided Grill Brush
Weber 6493 21-Inch 3-Sided Grill Brush
Weber Grill Brush Scrubber - Heavy Duty Grate Cleaner - With 3 Replaceable Pads
Weber Grill Brush Scrubber – Heavy Duty Grate Cleaner – With 3 Replaceable Pads

Copycat McDonald’s Quarter Pounders with Cheese

Obviously, I had to make a copycat McDonald’s Quarter Pounders with cheese. After making a version of the Arch Deluxe burger from McDonald’s, I could not stop jonesin’ for a good version of my all-time favorite fast-food burger from the chain restaurant. Simple but tasty. Sure, I might have cheated a bit and actually made a Third Pounder cheese burger, but hey, that just means I had more yumminess!

Copycat Quarter Pounders with Cheese

These copycat McDonald’s Quarter Pounders with Cheese came out fantastically. It wasn’t until after my teen years that I also became a fan of the Big Mac, which I’ve made at home several times. And now that I think about them, I’m going to have to make them again, and soon. Want an even bigger Big Mac? Try my Big Mac hoagies. Yep, that’s right, all the great flavors of a Big Mac on a big ole hoagie bun. Not into big Big Macs? My Big Mac sliders are perfect for a party.

I used my Weber burger press to get the patties all the same size.

Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black

I like to enjoy a big ole glass of ice-cold homemade Snapple tea with my quarter pounder with cheese.

Also try my copycat of Burger King’s Whopper!

Copycat Quarter Pounders with Cheese
Print Pin
5 from 1 vote

Copycat Quarter Pounders with Cheese

After making a copycat of the Arch Deluxe burger from McDonald’s, I could not stop jonesin’ for a good version of my all-time favorite fast-food burger, the Quarter Pounder with cheese.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword burgers, cheese, copycat
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 1739kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

For the burgers

  • 2 ¼ pound burger formed into patties. To keep it authentic use pre-made patties from your grocery store
  • 2 burger buns sesame seed
  • 4 slices American cheese get the deli style, it’s a bit thicker and tastier
  • prepared yellow mustard
  • Ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons white onion finely chopped
  • 4 slices dill pickle chips

For the burger seasoning (makes enough for several burgers)

Instructions

  • Combine the seasoning ingredients.
  • Season both sides of the patties.
  • Cook your patties in a hot skillet or on a griddle.
  • Top each patty with a slice of cheese.
  • Toast the buns.
  • Add the patties to the bun bottoms.
  • Squirt 5 little dots of mustard around the patties.
  • Do the same with the ketchup.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of onion and 2 pickle slices to each patty.
  • Top each patty with another slice of cheese.
  • Add bun top and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 1739kcal | Carbohydrates: 289g | Protein: 64g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 20134mg | Potassium: 1077mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 975IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 1543mg | Iron: 21mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbooks Boxed Set: The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook, The Unofficial Disney Parks EPCOT Cookbook, The Unofficial ... Cookbook (Unofficial Cookbook Gift Series)
The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbooks Boxed Set: The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook, The Unofficial Disney Parks EPCOT Cookbook, The Unofficial … Cookbook (Unofficial Cookbook Gift Series)

Jalapeno Onion Steak and Burger Topping

Ok, I admit it. I sometimes buy cheap steaks on sale. They make for a quick lunch. Since I work from home I can just toss them on the grill and in no time I’m chowing down. But let’s face it. Cheap steaks aren’t the same as not-cheap-steaks so I often add a bit of something to kick them up a bit. This jalapeno onion steak and burger topping was so good I ended up making another batch to top some hamburgers later in the week. Sweet lightly-caramelized onions in a creamy sauce with just a little beat of jalapeno heat and a slight vinegary tang.

Jalapeno Onion Steak and Burger Topping

Next time I cook up some hot dogs I’m going to make another batch of this jalapeno onion steak and burger topping. It’ll really crank up anything grilled, from hot dogs to smoked sausages to burgers to grilled chicken sandwiches, too! There’s not a tremendous amount of heat, so don’t be afraid that the topping is too hot. It’s quite mellow and packed with great flavor.

You don’t have to make these ‘spicy’. Instead, you can substitute other non-hot peppers. Sliced green bell pepper or poblanos will still add wonderful pepper flavor without adding the heat.

Bragg Organic Apple Cider Vinegar With the Mother– USDA Certified Organic – Raw, Unfiltered All Natural Ingredients, 16 ounce, 2 Pack
Bragg Organic Apple Cider Vinegar With the Mother– USDA Certified Organic – Raw, Unfiltered All Natural Ingredients, 16 ounce, 2 Pack

Also try my molasses chili steak marinade.

Jalapeno Onion Steak and Burger Topping
Print Pin
5 from 1 vote

Jalapeno Onion Steak and Burger Topping

This jalapeno onion steak topping was so good I ended up making another batch to top some hamburgers later in the week.
Course Sauce
Cuisine American
Keyword burgers, sauce
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 2 cups
Calories 379kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the onions, jalapenos, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, sugar and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cover and cook 15-20 minutes until the onions are softened and golden in color. Stir often.
  • Add the heave cream and stir. Cook for 2 more minutes.
  • Add the apple cider vinegar and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 379kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 134mg | Potassium: 558mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 1161IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press, Black
Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Grillaholics Stuffed Burger Press and Recipe eBook - Extended Warranty - Hamburger Patty Maker for Grilling - BBQ Grill Accessories
Grillaholics Stuffed Burger Press and Recipe eBook – Extended Warranty – Hamburger Patty Maker for Grilling – BBQ Grill Accessories

Buffalo Wing Burgers

These Buffalo wing burgers are further proof that chicken or turkey burgers do not have to be boring or bland. These are definitely our go-to no-beef burgers. A little spiciness, tender patties, and oh, my favorite, Buffalo wing flavor. Topped with a dressing that is both sweet and spicy. Perfect!

Buffalo Wing Burgers

I’ve already made these Buffalo wing burgers several times. We absolutely love them. So far, I have only made them with ground turkey, since we prefer the texture of ground turkey over chicken. Well, that and ground turkey has been on sale lately!

I like to use a burger press when I make burgers. It, in combination with some patty papers, enables me to crank out a whole bunch of equally-sized burger patties in no time at all with little cleanup.

Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black

Also try my campfire burgers or my crazy-great west coast burgers.

Buffalo Wing Burgers
Print Pin
5 from 1 vote

Buffalo Wing Burgers

These Buffalo wing burgers are further proof that chicken or turkey burgers do not have to be boring or bland.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Buffalo, burgers
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 530kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Fuddrucker’s at Home

Ingredients

For the burgers

For the mayonnaise

Instructions

For the burgers

  • Melt butter with oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the onion and salt and cook until onion starts to turn golden.
  • Add the garlic, stir and cook another 2 minutes.
  • Add the pepper, hot sauce, thyme, and red pepper flake. Stir then remove to a large bowl to cool for at least 5 minutes.
  • Add the ground meat and combine well. Form into 4 equally-sized patties.
  • Fire up your grill. Oil your grates so that the patties do not stick.
  • Grill patties until they reach 165 F, approximately 5 minutes per side. Be careful flipping the patties if they begin to crumble.
  • Toast buns if desired.
  • Slather buns with the mayonnaise. Add lettuce (if using), the grilled patties, tomato (if using) and the top bun and serve.

For the mayonnaise

  • Combine all ingredients.

Nutrition

Calories: 530kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 982mg | Potassium: 730mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press, Black
Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Grillaholics Stuffed Burger Press and Recipe eBook - Extended Warranty - Hamburger Patty Maker for Grilling - BBQ Grill Accessories
Grillaholics Stuffed Burger Press and Recipe eBook – Extended Warranty – Hamburger Patty Maker for Grilling – BBQ Grill Accessories

Oklahoma Fried Onion Burgers

The tastiest burgers are cooked on a flat-top griddle or in a hot skillet. Unlike a grill, the fat doesn’t drip down into the fire below. Instead, it stays on the burger, keeping it moist. And the added plus of a griddle is that you get that wonderful char. These Oklahoma fried onion burgers would be your standard fantastic griddle burgers, but they have a very tasty twist: onions that are griddled into the patties. The result is divine.

Oklahoma Fried Onion Burgers

I use a griddle insert from Weber that fits into my charcoal and gas grills to griddle burgers like these Oklahoma fried onion burgers. It not only gets super hot, it gets hot consistently across the entire griddle. This ensures that I get nice evenly cooked burgers no matter how many I am cooking at once.

Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black

Also try my super-cheesy queso burgers.

Oklahoma Fried Onion Burgers
Print Pin
5 from 1 vote

Oklahoma Fried Onion Burgers

These Oklahoma fried onion burgers would be your standard fantastic griddle burgers, but they have a very tasty twist: onions that are griddled into the patties. The result is divine.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword burgers
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 610kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Taste of Home

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place the onion slices in a large bowl.
  • Toss with 1 teaspoon of salt and let rest for 30 minutes to extract as much liquid out of the onions as possible.
  • Transfer the onions to a towel or a few sheets of paper towels, roll up tightly and squeeze to remove as much liquid as you can.
  • Divide the onion slices into 4 equal piles on a cutting board or flat surface.
  • Divide the beef into 4 patties and form into balls.
  • Place beef on top of the onions and, using the palm of your hand or the bottom of a small skillet, flatten the beef into patties. The onions will stick to the bottom of the patties. That’s what you want.
  • Season patties with salt and pepper.
  • Heat up a griddle or cast iron skillet on your stove top or grill over medium-high heat.
  • Add the butter and swirl it around to coat the griddle or skillet.
  • Add the patties, onion side down, and cook for 6-8 minutes. You’ll see the onions starting to turn golden brown and get crispy around the sides.
  • Flip and continue cooking until the burgers are done, about 2 more minutes.
  • Top with cheese and remove.
  • Toast the buns, if desired.
  • Add the patties, mayonnaise, mustard, and pickles.

Nutrition

Calories: 610kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 112mg | Sodium: 896mg | Potassium: 469mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 323IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 335mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press, Black
Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Grillaholics Stuffed Burger Press and Recipe eBook - Extended Warranty - Hamburger Patty Maker for Grilling - BBQ Grill Accessories
Grillaholics Stuffed Burger Press and Recipe eBook – Extended Warranty – Hamburger Patty Maker for Grilling – BBQ Grill Accessories

Copycat McDonald’s Arch Deluxe Burgers

Probably no one besides me remembers McDonald’s Arch Deluxe burgers. They were a more grown up burger, launched in the 1990s. They were a flop, but honestly, I’m not sure why. I love making copycat McDonald’s Arch Deluxe burgers at home. They are your pretty-much-standard burgers, but with a sauce that is totally different than the special sauce you find on another favorite, Big Mac. It’s the sauce that makes them special for me. It’s not fancy or complicated, just good.

Copycat Arch Deluxe Burgers

The star of the show is definitely the sauce and the special seasoning that McDonald’s uses on all of their burgers, from the Arch Deluxe of old to the classic Quarter Pounder. I always thought that the Arch Deluxe should’ve been a hit (along with the McDLT). Well, I guess I can’t call them all correctly!

I like to use a burger press when I make burgers. It, in combination with some patty papers, enables me to crank out a whole bunch of equally-sized burger patties in no time at all with little cleanup.

Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black

After you devour your copycat Arch Deluxe Burgers you’ll want to make copycats of McDonald’s Cheddar Melt and a Quarter Pounder with Cheese. Trust me.

Copycat Arch Deluxe Burgers
Print Pin
5 from 2 votes

Copycat Arch Deluxe Burgers

The Arch Deluxe was your pretty-much-standard burger, but with a sauce that is totally different than the special sauce you find on a Big Mac.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword burgers, copycat
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 559kcal

Ingredients

For the burger

  • 1 hamburger bun sesame seed
  • ¼ pound beef patty
  • 1 slice American cheese
  • 1-2 slices tomato
  • 1-2 leaves lettuce chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon white onion chopped

For the burger seasoning (makes enough for several burgers)

For the special sauce

Instructions

For the burger

  • Toast the buns.
  • Season the patty with the burger seasoning from below. Cook as desired.
  • Top the hot beef patty with the cheese.
  • Slather the insides of the bun halves with the special sauce.
  • Add the beef patty to the bottom bun.
  • Add the tomato, lettuce, ketchup, onion and top bun and serve.

For the burger seasoning

  • Combine all ingredients.

For the special sauce

  • Combine all ingredients until smooth.

Nutrition

Calories: 559kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 28812mg | Potassium: 569mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 563IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 342mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbooks Boxed Set: The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook, The Unofficial Disney Parks EPCOT Cookbook, The Unofficial ... Cookbook (Unofficial Cookbook Gift Series)
The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbooks Boxed Set: The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook, The Unofficial Disney Parks EPCOT Cookbook, The Unofficial … Cookbook (Unofficial Cookbook Gift Series)

Dallas Burgers

My rule for sandwiches also applies to burgers: The messier, the better. One glance at these unbelievably messy Dallas burgers and you know they are going to be crazy good. You know that all sorts of wonderful things are going to run down your forearm when you pick them up. You know you’ll be scraping yummy goodness off your plate with your fingers (ok, use potato chips for scraping if you wish).

Dallas Burgers

Wondering why I put the cheese on the bun bottom instead of on top of the meat (and believe me, there’s some in there)? To keep the bun from getting so soggy you end up an open-faced burger, eating with a knife and fork. No, the cheese won’t get all melty gooey down there, but the trade-off is worth it to me.
I used your pretty-much-standard deli slaw on these Dallas burgers, but a broccoli slaw or even a jalapeno slaw would be just as great. Or try my roasted poblano slaw.

I like to use a burger press when I make burgers. It, in combination with some patty papers, enables me to crank out a whole bunch of equally-sized burger patties in no time at all with little cleanup.

Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black

Also try my Oklahoma fried onion burgers.

Dallas Burgers
Print Pin
5 from 1 vote

Dallas Burgers

My rule for sandwiches also applies to burgers: The messier, the better. One glance at these unbelievably messy Dallas burgers and you know they are going to be crazy good.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword burgers
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 572kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Real Mom Kitchen

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Fire up your grill.
  • Season beef patties with garlic salt and black pepper.
  • Cook burgers as desired and toast the buns if you wish.
  • Assemble burgers by placing cheese on bun bottom (I prefer the cheese underneath the patties to help keep the bun from getting soggy, but you’re certainly welcome to put the cheese on top!).
  • Add the pattie, BBQ sauce, a good spoonful of slaw, a few pickle slices and some chips.
  • Serve with lots of paper towels.
  • Shape your ground beef into 6 patties. Make in indention in the middle of each patty. This helps the patty to end up cooking nice and flat, rather than getting all puffy in the center.
  • Liberally season both sides of the patty with garlic salt and pepper. If the garlic salt scared you, just go with regular salt.
  • Grill the patties until fully cooked.
  • Add the slices of cheese to the patties and allow to melt. Remove patties from the grill.
  • Assemble burgers on the buns and top with the remaining ingredients.

Nutrition

Calories: 572kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 3188mg | Potassium: 770mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 904IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 450mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press, Black
Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Grillaholics Stuffed Burger Press and Recipe eBook - Extended Warranty - Hamburger Patty Maker for Grilling - BBQ Grill Accessories
Grillaholics Stuffed Burger Press and Recipe eBook – Extended Warranty – Hamburger Patty Maker for Grilling – BBQ Grill Accessories

Chili Crunch Burger

I’ve been jonesin’ really bad for a really good burger. A loaded burger, with lots of spicy kick to it. So I fired up my grill and proceeded to make a big ole chili crunch burger. Spicy chili. Crunchy chips. Sweet onions. Hot jalapenos. All topped with fiery habanero cheese. Yeah, baby, spicy messy burger time!

Chili Crunch Burger

There is nothing but goodness in every bite of this chili crunch burger. Chili and yummy burger juices will run down your arm. That goes with my ‘messier is better’ motto. Melted cheese will drip onto your plate. That’s why you want to keep a few extra Fritos around so you can scoop up the fallen chili and cheese. It’s like having bonus dip on your plate.

Although I prefer fresh jalapenos, sometimes they aren’t available. That’s when I substitute canned (not pickled) chopped jalapenos. My favorite are fire-roasted. The roasting adds a great sweet charred flavor to any dish.

I like to use a burger press when I make burgers. It, in combination with some patty papers, enables me to crank out a whole bunch of equally-sized burger patties in no time at all with little cleanup.

Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black

Also try my creamy mushroom burger.

Chili Crunch Burger
Print Pin
5 from 1 vote

Chili Crunch Burger

 I fired up my grill and proceeded to make a big ole chili crunch burger. Spicy chili. Crunchy chips. Sweet onions. Hot jalapenos. All topped with fiery habanero cheese. Yeah, baby, spicy messy burger time!
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword burgers, chili, corn chips
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 496kcal
Author Based on a recipe from King’s Hawaiian

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place beef in a large bowl.
  • Season with salt, pepper and cayenne and mix well. Form into 8 1/4 pound patties.
  • Grill burgers as desired.
  • Place cooked patties on bun bottoms.
  • Top with cheese, a few tablespoons of the chili, the onion, and jalapeno.
  • Add a few corn chips and the bun top and serve (with paper towels!).

Nutrition

Calories: 496kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 99mg | Sodium: 406mg | Potassium: 421mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 343IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 256mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press, Black
Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Grillaholics Stuffed Burger Press and Recipe eBook - Extended Warranty - Hamburger Patty Maker for Grilling - BBQ Grill Accessories
Grillaholics Stuffed Burger Press and Recipe eBook – Extended Warranty – Hamburger Patty Maker for Grilling – BBQ Grill Accessories

Bistro Burgers

I was jonesin’ for a big, great burger. Hot off the grill. Juicy. Packed with flavor. These Bistro burgers were so good that my wife said “You’re making these again, and soon” after only one bite. Of course, there’s bacon. And a fried egg (burgers and fried eggs were meant for each other). But the kicker? Frisee lettuce tossed with Dijon, shallots and a bit of the drippings from the bacon. My goodness they were great!

Bistro Burgers

There is nothing I can think of that could possibly make these Bistro burgers any better other than to have made more of them. The Dijon wasn’t too strong (sometimes, too much mustard can be a bad thing), and in fact it was outstanding. Every bite was packed with the perfect tastes.

I like to use a burger press when I make burgers. It, in combination with some patty papers, enables me to crank out a whole bunch of equally-sized burger patties in no time at all with little cleanup.

Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black

Also try my version 2.0 of the Bistro Burger. It has the added kick of horseradish!

Bistro Burgers
Print Pin
5 from 1 vote

Bistro Burgers

There is nothing I can think of that could possibly make these Bistro burgers any better other than to have made more of them. The Dijon wasn’t too strong (sometimes, too much mustard can be a bad thing), and in fact it was outstanding. Every bite was packed with the perfect tastes.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword burgers
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 burgers
Calories 722kcal
Author Based on a recipe from The Food Network

Ingredients

  • 4 slices bacon
  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef divided into 4 patties
  • Kosher salt
  • ground black pepper
  • 4 large eggs
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard plus more for spreading
  • 1 shallot sliced thin
  • 1 bunch frisee lettuce torn

Instructions

  • Fire up your grill.
  • Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet until crisp. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Reserve all but 1 tablespoon of the bacon drippings.
  • Season the burger patties and place on the grill.
  • While the burgers are cooking fry the egg in the skillet. Remove.
  • Cook burgers until they reach the desired doneness.
  • Toast buns as desired.
  • Whisk 1 tablespoon of the Dijon and 1 tablespoon of the reserved bacon drippings. Stir in the shallots then toss the frisee into the mixture, coating
  • Slather buns with a bit more of the Dijon.
  • Add the cooked patties, bacon, egg, frisee and bun tops. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 722kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 321mg | Sodium: 589mg | Potassium: 653mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 139mg | Iron: 6mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press, Black
Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Grillaholics Stuffed Burger Press and Recipe eBook - Extended Warranty - Hamburger Patty Maker for Grilling - BBQ Grill Accessories
Grillaholics Stuffed Burger Press and Recipe eBook – Extended Warranty – Hamburger Patty Maker for Grilling – BBQ Grill Accessories