Black and Blue Burgers
Sink your teeth into the bold flavors of Black and Blue Burgers, a gourmet twist on the classic burger that’s perfect for indulgent summer cookouts or weeknight dinners. These juicy beef patties are seasoned with a kick of Cajun spice, grilled to perfection, and crowned with tangy, melted blue cheese for a mouthwatering balance of smoky heat and rich creaminess. Nestled on buttery toasted brioche buns, each burger is layered with crisp baby arugula, thinly sliced red onions, and a zesty homemade horseradish mayo for an extra punch of flavor. Quick to prepare and endlessly satisfying, these burgers are sure to impress any crowd while delivering restaurant-quality taste right from your own kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
- 1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pieces brioche burger buns
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup baby arugula
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon horseradish
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until evenly combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Divide the seasoned beef into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties, about ¾ inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to ensure even cooking.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. While the grill heats, prepare the buns by spreading butter on the cut sides of each brioche bun.
Place the burger patties on the preheated grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side for medium doneness, or longer if desired. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, add an equal portion of crumbled blue cheese to each patty to allow it to melt.
Meanwhile, toast the buttered side of the brioche buns on the grill until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and horseradish to create a tangy spread.
Assemble the Black and Blue Burgers: Spread the horseradish mayo on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Add a small handful of baby arugula, followed by the cooked burger patty with melted blue cheese. Top with a few slices of red onion, then place the top bun on each burger.
Serve immediately with your favorite sides, like fries or a crisp salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2736 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.0 g | 237% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.8 g | 334% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 543 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 3868 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.0 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.2 g | ||
| Protein | 115.2 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 593 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 1823 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
