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Jerk Burgers

Cultural Context

Originating from Jamaica, jerk cooking is a traditional method that involves marinating meat with a spicy mixture of herbs and spices. Jerk burgers celebrate this vibrant culinary heritage, combining the bold flavors of jerk seasoning with the classic American burger. Today, jerk burgers have gained popularity beyond Jamaica, often featured at summer barbecues and cookouts worldwide, offering a delicious twist on a familiar favorite.

JamaicanJMmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb fatty ground beef
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 burger buns
1 scotch bonnet pepper (or to taste)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon jerk seasoning
1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon coriander
4 oz blue cheese
2 portobello mushrooms, sliced
1 cup sweet corn

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

jerk seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: cajun seasoning

Cajun seasoning offers a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

American cheese is often less expensive and melts well.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole wheat buns

💰Cheaper: plain bread rolls

Plain bread rolls can be a budget-friendly alternative.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: habanero pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño pepper

Jalapeño peppers provide heat at a lower price.

1

Start by discussing the importance of using fatty ground beef for the best burgers.

2

Add butter as a secret ingredient to help bind the burgers together.

3

Season the beef with a bit of salt and mix well.

4

Form the mixture into burger patties and place them in the fridge for a couple of hours.

5

Prepare the portobello mushrooms by mixing olive oil with fresh thyme and adding blue cheese inside the mushrooms.

6

Leave the mushrooms until the cheese is melted inside.

7

Prepare sweet corn by removing the ears to prevent burning on the barbecue.

8

Make chili butter by mixing chopped chili and garlic with softened butter and shape it to refrigerate.

9

Prepare herby butter with mint and thyme, and coriander butter as well.

10

Butter the burger buns if desired before assembling the burgers.

11

Assemble the burgers with desired toppings, including chili if preferred.

Cooking Techniques

mixinggrillingtoasting

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlfridge

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Jerk Chicken BurgersSpicy Jamaican Burgers

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