Ultimate barbecue burgers Recipe

This Ultimate barbecue burgers recipe is a juicy and loaded recipe, which is made with chuck steak mince, Gruyère cheese, and a homemade burger sauce. It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, a restaurant-quality burger perfect for your next barbecue.

Ultimate barbecue burgers Ingredients

A gourmet combination for a truly show-stopping burger.

For the Quick Pickled Gherkins:

• 1 x 840g jar large whole pickled gherkins
• 1 fresh red chilli
• ½ a bunch of fresh mixed herbs (10g), such as parsley, dill, mint
• 3 or 4 whole cloves

For the Burgers:

• 800g higher-welfare minced chuck steak (22% fat)
• 8 slices of higher-welfare smoked pancetta or bacon
• 2 teaspoons American or English mustard
• 4 thin slices of Gruyère cheese
• 2 ice cubes
• 4 sesame-topped brioche burger buns

For the Burger Sauce & Slaw:

• 3 heaped tablespoons Greek yoghurt
• 1 heaped tablespoon tomato ketchup
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
• 1 teaspoon English mustard
• 1 lemon
• ¼ of an iceberg lettuce
• 400g fresh mixed-colour beetroots
• 1 eating apple
• ½ a bunch of fresh mint (15g)
• Extra virgin olive oil

How To Make Ultimate barbecue burgers

A step-by-step guide to this impressive and flavor-packed meal.

1. Prep the Gherkins and Slaw: Start by making the quick pickles. Remove the gherkins from their jar. Finely slice a red chilli and roughly chop the mixed herbs, then add them to the empty gherkin jar with the cloves. Slice the gherkins and return them to the jar. Pop the lid on and give it a few shakes. For the slaw, grate the beetroot and apple, chop the mint, and toss everything in a bowl with a squeeze of lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil.
2. Make the Burger Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix the Greek yoghurt, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, and mustard. Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon and season. Finely slice the iceberg lettuce and stir it through the sauce.
3. Form the Patties: Gently knead the minced chuck steak and divide it into four equal portions. Shape them into cricket balls. Season the outside with sea salt and black pepper.
4. Grill the Burgers: Preheat your barbecue griddle to a medium heat (about 200°C). Place the burgers on the griddle and use a spatula to squash them to about 1½cm thick. Add the bacon alongside the burgers.
5. Cook and Assemble: Cook for 1 minute, then flip the burgers and bacon. Brush the cooked side of each burger with ½ teaspoon of mustard. Cook for another minute, flip the burgers again, and top each one with a slice of Gruyère cheese and 2 slices of the crispy bacon.
6. Melt the Cheese: Place basting domes (or heatproof bowls) over the burgers on the griddle. Slide an ice cube under each dome. The ice will melt and create steam, which will perfectly melt the cheese. Cook for 1 more minute.
7. Toast Buns and Serve: While the cheese melts, toast the buns on the griddle. To serve, spread the burger sauce on the base of each bun, top with a cheesy burger, a dollop of the rainbow slaw, and a few of the quick-pickled gherkin slices.

Recipe Tips

For the juiciest, most flavorful barbecue burgers.

• What’s the best beef for a burger? For a juicy, flavorful burger, you need fat. Minced chuck steak with a fat content of around 20-25% is the ideal choice. Lean mince will result in a dry, less flavorful patty.
• How to get perfectly melted cheese? The ice cube trick is a fantastic restaurant secret. Placing a basting dome or a metal bowl over the cheeseburger and adding an ice cube underneath creates a burst of steam. This melts the cheese quickly and evenly without overcooking the burger.
• Can I make the components ahead of time? Yes! The quick pickles, the rainbow slaw, and the burger sauce can all be made a few hours or even a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. This makes assembly quick and easy when you’re ready to grill.
• Why not overwork the mince? When you’re shaping the patties, handle the meat as little as possible. Overworking it can lead to a dense, tough burger. Just pat them together gently until they hold their shape.

What To Serve With Ultimate barbecue burgers

Classic sides to complete the ultimate BBQ feast.

This loaded burger is a meal in itself, but it’s a classic for a reason when paired with:

• Crispy, salty french fries or thick-cut potato wedges
• Golden-brown onion rings
• A simple side of corn on the cob
• A cold beer or a classic milkshake

How To Store Leftovers

These burgers are best enjoyed immediately.

• Best Eaten Fresh: A barbecue burger is at its peak of perfection—hot, juicy, and with perfectly melted cheese—when served immediately after being assembled.
• Storing Components: If you have leftovers, it’s best to store the cooked patties, slaw, sauce, and pickles in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat the patties on the grill or in a hot pan before assembling a fresh burger.

Ultimate barbecue burgers Nutrition Facts

An estimated guide per burger.

• Calories: 950 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 50 g
• Protein: 60 g
• Fat: 55 g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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