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Smoked Cajun Cheese Burgers

Smoked Cajun Cheese Burgers That Ignite Your Taste Buds

Smoked Cajun Cheese Burgers are a bold and spicy choice, perfect for your next BBQ.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (20% fat)
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Cheese
  • 4 slices Cheese (e.g., Cheddar or Pepper Jack)
For the Buns
  • 4 buns Toasted Brioche or Potato Rolls
For the Toppings
  • to taste Lettuce
  • to taste Tomato
  • to taste Pickles
  • to taste Red Onions
  • to taste Jalapeños
  • to taste Spicy Mayo or Remoulade

Equipment

  • grill
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and form into 4 patties.
  2. Preheat grill to medium-high heat or heat a skillet. Grease the surface to prevent sticking.
  3. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. Add cheese during the last minute.
  4. Butter insides of buns and toast on grill or skillet for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  5. Assemble burgers with spicy mayo, cheese, and toppings of choice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These burgers are customizable to fit your spice preferences. Let them rest after cooking for the best juiciness.

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