Cheddar-Stuffed Burgers with Pickled Slaw and Fried Shallots



These Cheddar-Stuffed Burgers with Pickled Slaw and Fried Shallots are a delightful combination of juicy, cheesy goodness with the tangy crunch of pickled slaw and the crispy texture of fried shallots. Perfect for a backyard barbecue or a weeknight dinner treat!

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 ounces cheddar cheese, cut into 4 equal pieces
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 1 cup shredded green cabbage
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying shallots
  • 4 shallots, thinly sliced
  • Lettuce leaves for garnish optional
  • Tomato slices for garnish optional

Instructions:

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat

Divide the ground beef into 8 equal portions and shape them into thin patties

Season each patty with salt and pepper

Place a piece of cheddar cheese in the center of 4 of the patties

Top each cheese-covered patty with another patty and seal the edges, creating 4 stuffed burger patties

In a bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and sliced red onion

In a separate bowl, mix the apple cider vinegar and sugar until the sugar dissolves

Pour this over the cabbage and onion mixture and toss to combine

Set aside to pickle for at least 15 minutes

While the slaw is pickling, mix the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard in a small bowl to create a sauce for the burgers

Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat

Add the sliced shallots and fry until they are crispy and golden brown

Remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels

Grill the stuffed burger patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness

Toast the hamburger buns on the grill for a minute or two until they are lightly browned

To assemble the burgers, spread the mayo-Dijon sauce on the bottom half of each bun

Place a stuffed burger patty on top, followed by a generous portion of pickled slaw and a handful of fried shallots

If desired, add lettuce leaves and tomato slices for extra freshness and crunch

Top with the remaining half of the bun and serve immediately


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