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Smoked Bacon Jalapeño Burgers
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Smoked Bacon Jalapeño Burgers

45 minServes 4Nutri-Score D€€
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • ground beef (80/20 blend)Meat600 g
  • smoked bacon (thick-cut strips)Meat8 pieces
  • jalapeño (thinly sliced)Produce2 pieces
  • cheddar cheese (sliced)Dairy4 pieces
  • burger buns (split)Bakery4 pieces
  • saltSpices6 g
  • black pepper (freshly ground)Spices3 g
  • BBQ saucePantry60 ml

per serving

Nutrition

495kcal

Carbs
24 g
Proteins
33 g
Fat
30 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Grill
  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs

step by step

Method

  1. Cook the bacon

    • Cook the bacon in a frying pan over medium heat until crisp.
    • Set the bacon aside on paper towel and keep the rendered fat.
    Step 1
  2. Prepare the patties

    • In a mixing bowl, season the ground beef with salt and pepper.
    • Shape the beef into four even patties.
    • Press sliced jalapeño into the top of each patty.
    Step 2
  3. Smoke the burgers

    • Heat the grill to medium-high and lightly oil the grates.
    • Grill the patties, flipping once, until cooked to your liking.
    • Top each patty with cheddar cheese and let it melt.
    Step 3
  4. Toast the buns

    • Place the split buns cut-side down on the grill.
    • Toast until lightly golden.
    Step 4
  5. Assemble the burgers

    • Spread BBQ sauce on the bun bases.
    • Add a patty, then the bacon and jalapeño slices.
    • Close the burgers and serve.
    Step 5