Black and Blue Burger

A black and bleu burger with two pickle slices stuck in the top of the bun with a tooth pick all on a white plate next to crosshatch fried and two spears of pickles.

Course: Grilling

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 35

Servings: people

Calories: 653kcal

Author: Kris Longwell

This Rockin' Black and Bleu Burger brings all the right flavors together for a HUGE taste sensation with every bite. A little kick, a little tang, and a whole lot of flavor. Woo hoo!

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Equipment

Gas, charcoal, or electric grill

Ingredients

For the Blackening Seasoning

2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoon dried thyme seeds
1½ tablespoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon Kosher salt
1½ tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder

For the Cajun Mayonnaise

¾ cup mayonnaise homemade or good quality jarred
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce

For the Burgers

2 lbs ground beef 80% or 85% is good
2 cups blue cheese crumbled
green leaf lettuce cut into pieces
tomatoes sliced
red onion sliced
bread and butter pickle
4 Kaiser rolls halved
1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted

Instructions

Make the Rub

Mix together all the rub ingredients in a small bowl
2 teaspoon dried oregano, 2 teaspoon dried thyme seeds, 1½ tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon Kosher salt, 1½ tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder

Make the Cajun Mayonnaise.

Mix together all the mayo ingredients in a small bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and place in the fridge until ready to use.
¾ cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, ¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Make the Burgers

Prepare your grill to medium-high heat, for direct heat cooking.
Form 4 to 5 patties out of the beef (about ⅓ lb each).
2 lbs ground beef
Dredge the patties in the rub until completely covered, set aside.
Grill the burgers over direct heat to your liking (145°F. for medium).
Meanwhile, brush the buns with a good helping of the melted butter.
When burgers are almost done, place about ¼ cup of cheese on top (or more or less, whatever you like). Close the grill lid to allow the cheese to melt. Or, once the burgers are cooked to your liking, place the bleu cheese on top of the patties and place them under a broiler for about 1 minute, or until melted and slightly browned.
2 cups blue cheese
Butter the buns and then place them on the grill, and cook them until they are toasted on the bottom sides (about 1 to 2 minutes).
4 Kaiser rolls, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Assemble the Burger

Slather a good helping of the Cajun mayo on the bottom bun.
Place the burger on top of the mayo.
Now, top with the tomato, lettuce, onion, and pickles (optional).
green leaf lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, bread and butter pickle
Top with the toasted buns.

Notes

NOTE: Watch the video near the top of the recipe for visual guidance.

Cheese Options: If bleu cheese is too strong, try gorgonzola, feta, or even sharp cheddar for a milder flavor.
Grill or Oven: After grilling, place burgers in a 350°F oven for a couple of minutes to gently melt the cheese.
Make Ahead: Patties can be formed up to a day in advance and stored in the fridge—just season right before grilling for the freshest flavor.

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