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BBQ Burgers

Savor the Juiciest BBQ Burgers You'll Ever Make at Home

Enjoy the best BBQ burgers, juicy and customizable with your favorite toppings for the perfect outdoor dining experience.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Burger Patties
  • 1 pound 80/20 Ground Chuck This fat ratio is key to ensuring juicy burgers.
  • 2 slices White Sandwich Bread Crusts removed for panade.
  • 1/2 cup Homemade BBQ Sauce Adds sweet and tangy kick.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced or use garlic powder as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder For flavor enhancement.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Part of the seasoning blend.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 4 slices Sharp Cheddar Cheese For melting on top.
For the Toppings
  • 4 slices Thick-Cut Bacon Adds a savory crunch.
  • 1 medium Tomato Sliced.
  • 1 cup Lettuce Fresh, for balance.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Thinly sliced.
For the Crispy Onion Strings
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Soaks onions for crispiness.
  • 1 large Egg Binder for onion coating.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For extra crunch.
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil For frying.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowls
  • plastic wrap
  • Instant-read thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Panade: In a medium bowl, combine torn pieces of white sandwich bread with homemade BBQ sauce, minced garlic, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mash until it forms a chunky paste.
  2. Mix Meat: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the panade with 80/20 ground chuck until just incorporated. Divide into equal portions for shaping patties.
  3. Shape Patties: Shape each portion into a ½ inch thick patty, dimpling the center with your thumb to ensure even cooking.
  4. Chill Patties: Cover shaped patties with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 15 minutes to help maintain their shape.
  5. Cooking: Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat (about 375°F). Cook patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, adding BBQ sauce and cheese in the last minute.
  6. Toast Buns: Split and butter hamburger buns, toasting them on the grill or in a pan for 1-2 minutes until golden and crisp.
  7. Assemble: Layer toasted buns with hot BBQ burgers, crispy bacon, fresh tomatoes, lettuce, and onions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 32gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize toppings with sautéed mushrooms, pickles, or aioli for flavor variation.

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