Rezept
Zubereitungszeit ca. 40 MinutenVorbereitung ca. 20 MinutenKochzeit ca. 20 Minuten
Zutaten:
- 3/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (to taste)
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 ounces crumbled blue cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)
- 1 pound ground beef ((80/20))
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- Neutral oil (or butter) (for cooking)
- 4 brioche buns (toasted)
- 6–8 slices bacon (cooked until crispy)
- 2 cups fresh arugula
- 1/4 small red onion (very thinly sliced)
Arbeitsschritte:
- Make the blackened seasoning. In a small bowl, whisk together all of the seasoning ingredients until evenly combined. Set aside.
- Make the blue cheese sauce. In a small bowl, stir together the mayo, crumbled blue cheese, Dijon, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, and black pepper. Taste and adjust — it should be creamy, tangy, and nicely bold.
- Cook the bacon. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
- Mix and shape the patties. In a bowl, gently combine the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix just until combined, then form into 4 patties about 3/4-inch thick. Press a slight indent into the center of each. Sprinkle the blackened seasoning evenly over both sides of the patties, pressing it lightly into the surface so it adheres.
- Cook the burgers. Heat a grill or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and lightly oil (or butter) the surface. Once hot, add the patties and cook for about 3–4 minutes per side, or until a dark, flavorful crust forms and the burgers reach your desired doneness. Let rest for a few minutes.
- Toast the buns. Toast the brioche buns until golden and lightly crisp.
- Assemble. Spread a generous layer of blue cheese sauce on the bottom buns. Add the burgers, then top with crispy bacon, a handful of arugula, and a layer of thinly sliced red onion.
- Serve. Serve immediately with fries or chips — and plenty of napkins.