Description
Hearty Irish pub burgers showcase classic Irish flavors with juicy beef patties topped with crispy bacon and melted cheddar. Robust seasonings and quick preparation make these burgers a delightful meal you’ll savor with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Burger Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef (85% lean recommended)
- 2 hamburger buns
- 2 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and halved
- 2 ounces cheddar cheese, grated or sliced
Cheese Alternatives/Seasonings:
- Sea salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Whiskey Aioli and Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Irish whiskey (or substitute lemon juice)
- 1 small garlic clove, pressed or finely minced
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small sweet yellow onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Whisk mayonnaise with whiskey, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika in a small mixing bowl. Chill the aioli in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions for 5-7 minutes, stirring periodically until they turn golden brown and caramelize.
- Shape ground beef into uniform patties, seasoning both sides with salt and pepper. Grill or pan-cook the patties over medium heat until they reach desired doneness, approximately 4-5 minutes per side.
- Melt cheese on top of the cooked burger during the final minute of cooking, allowing it to become slightly bubbling and soft.
- Construct the burger by placing the cheese-topped patty on the bottom bun. Layer crispy bacon strips over the burger, then add the caramelized onions.
- Generously spread the chilled whiskey aioli on the top bun before placing it over the assembled burger. Serve immediately while hot and fresh.
Notes
- Whiskey Aioli can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, allowing you to prepare it in advance for quick meal assembly.
- Caramelize onions slowly to develop deep, sweet flavor without burning by using medium-low heat and occasional stirring.
- For a lighter version, swap beef with ground turkey or plant-based patty while maintaining the whiskey aioli’s rich flavor profile.
- Experiment with different cheese types like sharp cheddar or smoked gouda to add unique depth and complexity to the burger.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 850
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 50 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg