Cajun BBQ Burger Recipe
A Cajun BBQ Burger combines the bold and spicy flavors of Cajun seasoning with the sweet and smoky taste of barbecue sauce. Here’s a delicious recipe for you to enjoy:
Ingredients:
For the Burger Patties:
- 5 pounds ground beef (80% lean)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Cajun BBQ Sauce:
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust to your preferred spice level)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
For Topping and Assembling:
- 4 hamburger buns
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomato
- Sliced red onion
- Sliced pickles (optional)
- Sliced jalapeños (optional)
- Cheddar cheese slices (optional)
Instructions:
Prepare the Burger Patties:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Cajun seasoning, finely chopped onion, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix the ingredients until well combined.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties.
- Prepare the Cajun BBQ Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine the barbecue sauce, Cajun seasoning, hot sauce, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Heat the sauce over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it simmers and thickens slightly.
- Remove it from the heat and set it aside.
Cook the Burger Patties:
- Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.
- If using a grill, lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- Grill the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare to medium doneness.
- Optional: During the last minute of cooking, add cheddar cheese slices to the patties and cover the grill to melt the cheese.
Assemble the Cajun BBQ Burgers:
- While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
- Spread a generous amount of the Cajun BBQ sauce on both the top and bottom halves of each bun.
- Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun.
- Add a cooked burger patty (with or without cheese) on the lettuce.
- Top the patty with a slice of tomato, sliced red onion, pickles (if desired), and jalapeños (if desired).
- Place the other half of the bun on top.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve your Cajun BBQ Burgers immediately with your choice of sides, such as coleslaw or sweet potato fries.
This burger offers a tantalizing blend of spices, heat, and smokiness, making it perfect for those who enjoy a bit of Cajun flair in their barbecue.
Customize it with additional toppings or adjust the level of hot sauce to suit your taste. Enjoy your Cajun BBQ Burger!