Cajun Creole Burger Recipe
The “Cajun Creole Burger” is a flavorful burger inspired by the spicy and rich flavors of Cajun and Creole cuisine. Here’s how to make this delicious burger:
Ingredients:
For the Burger Patties:
- 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Cajun Remoulade Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Creole or whole-grain mustard
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Assembling:
- 4 hamburger buns (preferably with a sturdy texture)
- Sliced andouille sausage (cooked)
- Sliced red onion
- Sliced pickles
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomatoes
Instructions:
Prepare the Cajun Remoulade Sauce:
- In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Creole or whole-grain mustard, hot sauce, minced garlic, chopped green onion, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning and spiciness to your preference. Refrigerate the remoulade sauce until you’re ready to use it.
Shape and Season the Burger Patties:
- Divide the ground beef into four equal portions and shape them into burger patties.
- Season both sides of the patties with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Cook the Burger Patties:
- Preheat your grill or stovetop skillet over medium-high heat.
- Grill or cook the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
Assemble the Cajun Creole Burger:
- While the patties are cooking, prepare the other ingredients.
- Slice the hamburger buns in half.
- Spread a generous amount of Cajun remoulade sauce on the bottom bun.
- Place a lettuce leaf on top of the sauce.
- Add a cooked burger patty on the bun.
- Top the patty with sliced andouille sausage, red onion slices, and pickles.
- Layer tomato slices on top of the pickles.
- Optionally, spread more remoulade sauce on the top bun.
- Finish with the top bun.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve your Cajun Creole Burgers immediately while they are hot and filled with the bold and spicy flavors of Cajun and Creole cuisine.
These burgers are a spicy and flavorful twist on the classic burger, with the Cajun remoulade sauce adding a zesty kick.
Customize your toppings and condiments to suit your taste, and enjoy your Cajun Creole Burger!