Enjoy your weekend lunch with this easy BBQ burger recipe, loaded with delicious cheese and a juicy beef patty. You will surely enjoy the backyard grilling with the smoky aroma of these grilled burgers. This is the best-grilled burger recipe that is loved by kids as well as adults. Recreate this Butterfiesta recipe and share it with your loved ones.
Easy BBQ Burger Recipe
In America, burger is a staple food. However, during summer grilling, BBQ burgers become popular in every American household. The technique of grilling, BBQ sauce infuses traditional burgers with rich smoky flavor. A key to perfect BBQ Beef Burger lies in the quality of ingredients. A mix of beef mince with high-fat content results in a juicy and tender beef patty while rich and loaded sauces complement these patties.
Ingredients You Will Need
Beef Mince: The main ingredient is beef mince for making burger patties, I am using mince with 20% fat content as it will keep the patty juicy and tender.
BBQ Sauce: Adds a sweet, tangy, and smoky flavor to the burger.
Burger Buns: I am using store-bought burger buns for a quick and easy burger recipe. However, you can bake them at home.
Veggies: A mix of onion, tomatoes, and lettuce is used for a refreshing and crunchy bite.
Pickled Jalapeno: Add a tangy flavor to the burger and complement the juicy patty.
Cheddar Cheese: Adds a loaded creamy flavor.
Salt and Pepper: I use onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika for seasoning the meat as it enhances the flavor of the meat.
Step By Step Directions
Step1
- Firstly, preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Step2
- In a mixing bowl mix together beef mince, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Then divide the beef mince into four equal parts and shape them into equal size patties.
Step3
- Grill them for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Then brush the patties with BBQ sauce and grill until caramelized.
- Place a cheddar cheese slice on top of the patties and let it melt.
Step4
- Toast the burger buns on the grill for 1 minute.
- Then place Lettues over it. Layer it with sliced tomatoes, and onions.
- Then place grilled meat patty over veggies and top it with more BBQ sauce and finely chopped jalapenos.
- Finally, cover the top with a bun and the delicious Grilled BBQ Burger is ready to serve.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the Grilled burger with french fries, coleslaw, and your favorite sauce. To complete your BBQ backyard party pair this delicious meal with Pineapple Coconut Water or Frozen Strawberry Lemonade for a refreshing experience.
Why You Love This Recipe
Quick and Easy Recipe: that just needs half an hour for prepping, cooking, and serving.
Loaded with Flavors: A fusion of creamy, tangy, and juicy flavors.
Family-Friendly Meal: Your kids will definitely love this meal.
Crowd-Pleasing Recipe: A perfect recipe to try with friends at family for different occasions.
Tips That Will Help
- Don’t over-mix meat while making the patties otherwise, it may not turn out tender and juicy.
- Use a thermometer to check the internal temperature of the patties. Once it reaches 71°C they are done.
- To retain the juicy meat, rest the patties for 5 minutes before assembling.
FAQ’s
Can I use other types of meat for easy BBQ burger recipe?
Yes, you can use chicken or turkey meat for this recipe. However, the traditional BBQ recipe was made with beef meat make it juicy and flavorful. A plant-based alternative can also be used for making burger patty if you are vegetarian.
How to make easy BBQ burger recipe without a grill?
Use a cast iron skillet, or a grilling pan if you don’t have a grill. Heat the grill over medium-high flame and then use oil spray before grilling the meat patties. Then cook the patties for 4-5 minutes over medium-high flame.
How to prevent burger patty from sticking to the grill?
Make sure that the grill is preheated and well-greased with oil. Don’t place patties until the grill is ready. Let the patty sear well from one side and avoid flipping it quickly.
Easy BBQ Burger Recipe
Equipment
- Grill
Ingredients
- 1/2 kg Beef Mince with 20% fat
- 4 Burger Bun
- 4 Slices Cheddar Cheese
- 1 Onion sliced
- 1 Tomato sliced
- 2 Lettuce
- 4 Tbsp BBQ Sauce
- Pickled Jalapenos optional
- 1/2 Tsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 Tsp Paprika
- 1 Tsp Salt
- 1 Tsp Black Pepper Powder
Instructions
- Firstly, preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a mixing bowl mix together beef mince, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Then divide the beef mince into four equal parts and shape them into equal size patties.
- Grill them for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Then brush the patties with BBQ sauce and grill until caramelized.
- Place a cheddar cheese slice on top of the patties and let it melt.
- Toast the burger buns on the grill for 1 minute.
- Then place Lettues over it. Layer it with sliced tomatoes, and onions.
- Then place grilled meat patty over veggies and top it with more BBQ sauce and finely chopped jalapenos.
- Finally, cover the top with a bun and the delicious Grilled BBQ Burger is ready to serve.
Notes
Serve the Grilled burger with french fries, coleslaw, and your favorite sauce. To complete your BBQ backyard party pair this delicious meal with Pineapple Coconut Water or Frozen Strawberry Lemonade for a refreshing experience.
Calorie Count The calorie count varies depending on the quality of meat, size of patty, type of bun, and amount of toppings and sauces.
