Crispy Bacon Burgers (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Burger Ingredients
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Soft hamburger buns
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Freshly cracked salt, garlic powder, and black pepper
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1/2 pound crispy, chopped bacon
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Thinly sliced sweet white onions
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Avocado oil for frying
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1/3 pound portions of 2 pounds ground chuck (80/20)
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Slices of pepper jack cheese
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Yellow mustard to brush on patties while cooking
→ Bacon Mayo Spread
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1/2 cup real mayo
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2 tablespoons mild ketchup
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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A light sprinkle of red pepper flakes
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1 tablespoon vinegar (cider type)
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A mix of house seasonings
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2 tablespoons classic yellow mustard
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1/2 pound crispy cooked bacon bits
# Preparation Steps:
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Divide ground chuck into 1/3 pound portions, shape lightly into balls, and chill for 30 minutes.
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Safely slice onions as thin as possible with a mandoline. Drain excess moisture and refrigerate.
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Cook bacon over medium heat until golden and crispy. Then chop into small pieces.
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Blend mayonnaise, mustard, Worcestershire, ketchup, vinegar, seasonings, red pepper flakes, and bacon chunks thoroughly.
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Preheat the griddle until very hot. Drizzle with avocado oil. Space chilled beef balls on the surface, top with onions, and smash firmly. Season generously.
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Let patties cook for 3 minutes to form a browned crust. Brush with mustard, flip, add cheese, and cook for another 3 minutes.
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Toast buns lightly on the griddle. Spread sauce on the bottom bun, stack two patties, add more sauce, and cover with the top bun.
# Additional Tips:
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Ground chuck with an 80/20 ratio has the best balance of fat and flavor.
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Always handle a mandoline carefully—wear gloves or use the safety guard.