CHEESE STUFFED SMOKED BBQ BURGER

Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 

INGREDIENTS

1 ½ tsp Smoked BBQ Seasoning 
Himalayan Pink Salt & Black Pepper Ground
1 kg ground beef
4-8 slices gouda or cheese of your preference
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1 large onion, cut into thin rounds
½ tsp raw brown sugar
4 burger buns
Ketchup and Mayo, for topping
Bread-and-butter pickles, for topping
Mixed greens, for topping

PREPARATION

1. In a small bowl, stir together the beef, Smoked BBQ Seasoning and 2 teaspoons Himalayan Pink Salt. Divide the beef into 8 equal portions. On a chopping board, roll each portion into a ball, then flatten into a thin patty, pressing with your hands
2. Add 1-2 slices of cheese in the centre of 4 patties. With the help of a spatula, lift the other 4 patties (without cheese) and place them on top of the cheese patties, one at a time. Press and pinch the outer edge to connect the top and bottom patties together
3. Over medium heat, melt butter in a large pan. Combine the onion, sugar, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Ground and toss. Cook for about 15-20 minutes until caramelized. Add 3 tablespoons of water every 5-7 minutes to avoid burning. Once done, remove from the pan and set aside
4. In a large pan, add 1-2 tablespoons of butter over medium high until really hot. Add the burger patties and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side. Set aside and let them rest
5. Using the same pan, lower the heat and keep a small layer from the meat’s fat. Toast the burger buns on each side for about 30-60 seconds
6. Assemble burgers by layering ketchup, mayo, greens, pickles, patties, more cheese, caramelized onions. Cover with top halves of the buns and enjoy!