Ultimate BBQ beef burger

SERVES 4 | 35 MINS PREP | 25 MINS COOK TIME

INGREDIENTS

500g premium beef mince

12 slices Havarti cheese or smoked cheddar

4 brioche burger buns, halved and toasted

6-8 gherkins, sliced

American mustard

Caramelised onions

2 onions, thinly sliced

¼ cup maple syrup

Knob of butter

Slaw

2 Tbsp mayonnaise

2 Tbsp Greek style yoghurt

1 Tbsp hickory sauce

¼ savoy cabbage, shredded finely

¼ cup spring onion, finely sliced, green parts only

METHOD

To caramelise onions, melt the butter in a saucepan over a low heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté for 10-15 minutes until soft and translucent.

Add the maple syrup, stir and cook for 2 minutes then set aside and keep warm. The caramelised onions can be made ahead and reheated when required.

To make slaw, place the mayonnaise, yoghurt and barbecue sauce in a large bowl, with a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well, then add the shredded cabbage and spring onions, and mix through until fully coated.

To make patties, place the mince in a large bowl. Season, mix well and divide into four evenly shaped patties.

Preheat the barbecue to a high heat.

Cook the patties on one side for 2-3 minutes, then flip and place 3 slices of Havarti cheese on each patty. Cook for a further 2 minutes.

Remove from heat and rest for 5 minutes.

To serve, place some cabbage slaw on the base of each toasted bun, followed by a cheese-topped patty, a tablespoon of mustard, sliced gherkins and a good dollop of the caramelised onions. Top with the bun and serve immediately.

Recipe and image thanks to recipes.co.nz