This burger is a study in contrasting flavors and textures—ideal for those who crave more tongue-tingling interest than a beef patty cloaked only in melted cheese offers. A bit confused in its identity; this dish is half barbecue and half burger, but the fusion is refreshingly delectable. The crisp mayo-and-mustard-dressed coleslaw adds a cooling counterpoint to the smoky, slightly peppery BBQ sauce and slow-burning heat of the pickled jalapeños. Try all the bells and whistles suggested in this recipe the next time you want something a little different.  

Spicy BBQ Burger

Time: 30-35 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 ½ pounds organic grass-fed ground chuck (80 percent lean)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 bag coleslaw mix
• 2 tablespoons Primal Kitchen Mayo with Avocado Oil
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Primal Kitchen Spicy Brown Mustard
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 4 slices Swiss cheese 
• 12-16 big leaves of butter lettuce
• 4 slices bacon, cooked until crisp
• 12 sliced jalapeños, fresh or pickled
• Primal Kitchen Classic BBQ Sauce, for serving

Instructions

• Divide the meat into 4 equal portions, about 6 ounces each. 
• Form each portion loosely into a ¾-inch thick burger. Press your thumb into the middle of each patty. Season both sides of each patty with salt and pepper. 
• Meanwhile, make the coleslaw. Dump the coleslaw mix (shredded green and purple cabbage and carrots) into a large bowl. Add mayo, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper. Mix well to combine.
• Next, cook the burgers.
• If cooking outside: Heat a gas grill to high, or heat coals in a charcoal grill until they glow bright orange and ash over. Brush the grill grate with a bit of Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil, or spray with Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil Spray.
• If cooking inside: Heat a cast iron skillet or large pan over medium-high heat until it starts to smoke slightly. Add 1 tablespoon Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil to the pan, and cook the burgers according to the directions listed below.
• Grill or cook the burgers until golden brown and slightly charred on the first side, about 3 minutes.
• Flip the burgers over and cook on the other side for 3 minutes. Place cheese slices on top of each burger and allow to cook another 1 minute for medium rare. 
• For medium, cook the burgers on the second side for 4 minutes, add the cheese slices, and allow to cook for another 1 minute.
• For medium-well to well, cook the burgers on the second side for 5 minutes, add the cheese slices, and allow to cook for another 1 minute.
• Remove burgers from the grill or stove. For each plate, add: 1 burger on top of a few lettuce leaves. Add 1 slice of bacon, torn in half, sliced jalapeños, and a few spoonfuls of coleslaw to the plate. Serve with Primal Kitchen BBQ Sauce.

Nutritional information (per serving)*:

Calories: 576

Carbs: 15.3 grams

Fat: 37 grams

Protein: 43 grams

*includes 2 tablespoons of Primal Kitchen Classic BBQ Sauce and ½ cup of coleslaw.

Nutritional information calculated using Cronometer. 

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