Australian BBQ Beef and Bacon Burgers Recipe
This delicious dish brings together the flavors of Australian beef and crispy bacon to create a mouthwatering burger experience.
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 825 kcal
Equipment
- Grill or Barbecue: Used to cook the beef patties and bacon slices.
- Mixing Bowl: Used to combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, egg, and seasonings.
- Whisk: Used to beat the egg before adding it to the beef mixture.
- Spatula: Used to flip the burgers and remove them from the grill.
- Tongs: Used to handle the bacon slices while cooking and placing the cheese on the burgers.
- Plate: Used to hold the cooked bacon and assembled burgers.
- Knife: Used to finely chop the onion.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef Australian
- 8 slices bacon
- 8 slices cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs fresh
- 8 slices cheese
- 8 tbs barbecue sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 hamburger buns
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 1 egg whisked
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground Australian beef, fresh breadcrumbs, finely chopped onion, whisked egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- a. Add the 2 pounds of ground Australian beef to the mixing bowl.
- b. Measure 1 cup of fresh breadcrumbs and add them to the bowl.
- c. Finely chop 1 onion and add it to the bowl.
- d. Crack an egg into a separate bowl, whisk it, and pour it into the mixing bowl.
- e. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper over the ingredients in the bowl.
Using your hands, gently combine all the ingredients in the bowl until they are thoroughly mixed. Avoid overmixing, as this can result in tougher burgers.
- a. Use your hands to gently mix the ingredients together in the bowl.
- b. Continue mixing until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- c. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to denser burgers.
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty. Make sure the patties are of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking.
- a. Divide the mixture in the bowl into 8 equal portions.
- b. Take one portion and shape it into a patty using your hands.
- c. Repeat the process with the remaining portions, ensuring each patty is of similar size.
- d. Flatten each patty to achieve a uniform thickness for even cooking.
Preheat the barbecue or grill to medium-high heat. Ensure the grill grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking.
- a. Preheat the barbecue or grill to medium-high heat.
- b. Clean the grill grates, removing any residue or debris.
- c. Lightly oil the grates to prevent the burgers from sticking.
Place the bacon slices on the grill and cook until crispy, turning them once to ensure even browning. Remove the bacon from the grill and set aside.
- a. Lay the 8 slices of bacon directly on the grill grates.
- b. Cook the bacon until it becomes crispy, flipping it once to cook both sides evenly.
- c. Once cooked, remove the bacon from the grill and set it aside on a plate.
Place the beef patties on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheese on each patty and allow it to melt.
- a. Carefully place the beef patties on the grill.
- b. Cook the patties for approximately 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked to your preferred level of doneness.
- c. During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheese on top of each patty and close the lid of the grill to allow the cheese to melt.
While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the hamburger buns on the grill until they are warmed and slightly crispy.
- a. Place the hamburger buns, cut-side down, on the grill.
- b. Toast the buns until they are warmed and have a slight crispiness.
Assemble the burgers by spreading approximately 1 tablespoon of barbecue sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Place a cooked beef patty with melted cheese on top of the sauce. Add a slice of cooked bacon on top of the patty. Finally, cover with the top half of the bun.
- a. Spread approximately 1 tablespoon of barbecue sauce on the bottom half of each bun.
- b. Place a cooked beef patty with melted cheese on top of the sauce.
- c. Add a slice of cooked bacon on top of the patty.
- d. Cover the burger with the top half of the bun.
Notes
Use high-quality Australian beef for the best flavor and texture.
Cook the bacon until crispy for added texture and flavor.
Ensure the grill or barbecue is preheated to the right temperature before cooking the burgers.
Avoid overmixing the beef mixture to prevent tough burgers.
Toast the hamburger buns lightly to enhance their flavor and prevent sogginess.
Customize the toppings and sauces according to your preference for a personalized touch.
Nutrition
Calories: 825kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 53g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 171mg | Sodium: 1378mg | Potassium: 542mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 640IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 517mg | Iron: 5mg
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