Looking for original burger recipes to break away from the ordinary? We offer three unique creations that will revolutionize your barbecue evenings! These burgers are truly unconventional and offer bold flavors that will wow your guests. From a reimagined classic to a stuffed burger and even Asian-inspired flavors, these three recipes will inspire you to experiment in the kitchen. Get ready to discover flavor combinations that will completely transform your view of the traditional burger.

Le Juicy Lucy: the burger that hides its cheese

Originating in Minnesota, the Juicy Lucy revolutionized the cheeseburger concept by hiding the cheese inside the patty. Be careful with the first few bites: the melted cheese can be very hot!

Ingredients (4 burgers):

  • 680 g (1 ½ lb) of ground beef l’épicier
  • 4 slices of American or cheddar cheese
  • 3 ml (1 tsp) salt
  • 2,5 ml (½ tsp) garlic powder
  • 2,5 ml (½ tsp) of Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 ml (¼ tsp) black pepper
  • 15 ml (1 tbsp) of vegetable oil
  • 4 burger buns
  • Sliced ​​gherkins
  • 4 onion rings, 1 cm thick

Start by preparing your ingredients:

  1. Cut each slice of cheese into 4 pieces to obtain 16 small squares.
  2. Mix the beef with the salt, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce and pepper.
  3. Divide the meat into 8 equal portions and form 8 thin patties.
  4. Place 4 pieces of cheese in the center of 4 pancakes, leaving a 1 cm border.
  5. Cover with the 4 remaining patties and make sure to seal the edges of the patties well by pinching firmly; sealing is essential to keep the cheese inside during cooking.
Preheat your BBQ to 400°F for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the other ingredients:
  • Buttered buns inside
  • Onion slices
  • Cornichons
  • Condiments to your liking

Cook the stuffed beef patties for 4 minutes on each side without pressing them down. Grill the oiled onion slices. Grill the buns 1 minute before the patties are done.

Let the patties rest for 3 minutes before assembling the burgers and serving.

A beef burger stuffed with cheese, the Juicy Lucy, is topped with grilled onions and pickle slices, served with crinkle-cut chips.

Le smash cheeseburger 50/50 beef and bacon: the perfect combination

This recipe combines the best of both worlds by combining ground beef and bacon directly into the patty. Cooking bacon on the BBQ grill is difficult due to the amount of fat that drips down, so this recipe is perfect for using a griddle. The result? An incomparably rich burger where every bite reveals the smoky flavor of the bacon infused into the meat.

Ingredients (4 double burgers):

Finely chop the bacon, preferably using a food processor with a pulse function. In a large bowl, combine the bacon with the ground beef until well blended. Finally, form the mixture into 8 balls of approximately 110 g each.

Preheat your griddle to 450°F.

Place the balls one at a time on the hot surface and immediately flatten them with your spatula, using a weight to add pressure if necessary. Season generously with salt and pepper and cook until a dark brown crust develops, about 1 to 1.5 minutes.

To flip the burger, be sure to scrape under the crust so it separates from the cooking surface—that's where all the flavor is hidden! Add the cheese and cook for 30 more seconds, just long enough to melt the cheese and finish cooking. You can cover the pan with its lid, or use a BBQ cover to speed up the process.

Fill each bread with 2 patties and serve them simply, without too many toppings (salad, tomatoes, etc.) in order to fully appreciate the flavors.

The pineapple teriyaki burger

This burger transports you directly to the flavors of Asia! The grilled pineapple caramelizes slightly and develops complex flavors that blend perfectly with the teriyaki sauce and beef.

Ingredients (4 servings):

  • 450 g (1 lb) of ground beef l’épicier
  • 1/4 of an onion, finely chopped
  • 15 ml (1 tbsp) of olive oil
  • 8 pineapple slices, 1 cm thick
  • 4 slices of cheddar or Swiss cheese
  • 4 burger buns
  • Mayonnaise
  • teriyaki sauce
  • Salt and pepper
  • 160 ml of thick teriyaki sauce
  • Lettuce leaves

Sauté the onion in olive oil until golden brown and soft, then let it cool slightly.

Season the ground beef with salt and pepper, then form 4 patties. Press down in the center of each patty to create a "well," a technique that helps prevent the patties from shrinking too much during cooking.

Preheat your BBQ to 400°F for 15 minutes. Grill the patties for 4 minutes per side, basting them with teriyaki sauce a few times. Grill the pineapple slices for 2 minutes per side. Add the cheese to the patties during the last minute of cooking.

To assemble the burgers, spread mayonnaise on the buns, add lettuce, patty, 2 slices of grilled pineapple and finish with teriyaki sauce.

A small plate contains a teriyaki burger with grilled pineapple slices.

These three original burger recipes prove there are countless ways to reinvent this casual dining classic. Whether you opt for the richness of the 50/50 beef and bacon, the surprise of the Juicy Lucy , or the exoticism of the teriyaki burger, you're guaranteed to create memorable moments around the table. Feel free to adapt these recipes to your tastes and experiment with different cheeses or toppings. The important thing is to have fun and share good times together!

You can check out our complete BBQ guide where you'll find loads of recipes, tips and techniques for a great summer cooking in the sun.

sources:
https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a27394951/bacon-burger-recipe/
https://www.thekitchn.com/juicy-lucy-burgers-recipe-23185957#post-recipe-298950854
https://www.justonecookbook.com/teriyaki-burger/#wprm-recipe-container-58864
Craft Burgers and Crazy Shakes by Joe Isidori