Western Burger

If you have made our Blackstone Smash Burgers Recipe then you know that this Western burger is going to be loaded with flavor. Take your juicy burger patties to the next level and pile it high with bacon, crispy onions and barbecue sauce.

Burgers make the best beef recipe. If you are looking for more delicious burger recipes, then make Juicy Lucy Burger, Teriyaki Burger Recipe or Jack Daniels Burger.

What is a Western Burger?

A Western Burger is a twist on a classic burger recipes. A thick juicy burgers is cooked on the grill or a cast iron skillet. It is then topped with strips of bacon, smoky BBQ Sauce, and crispy onions.

You only need a few simple seasonings to create a delicious burger patty. The burger comes out juicy with amazing texture.

Ingredients

• Lean Ground Beef – You can also use ground turkey or a mixture of both
• Garlic Powder – Use fresh minced garlic for even more flavor
• Bacon – You can also use already cooked bacon
• Large Onion – Sliced into 1/2-inch thick rings

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How to Make Western Burger

Step 1 – In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.

Step 2 – Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties. Set aside.

Step 3 – Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Set aside.

Step 4 – In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour and paprika. Pour the buttermilk into another shallow dish.

Step 5 – Dip each onion ring into the buttermilk, then coat it with the seasoned flour mixture. Repeat the process until all onion rings are coated.

Step 6 – Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 375°F. Fry the coated onion rings in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the onion rings from the oil and drain on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate.

• Step 7 – Preheat a grill or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach the desired level of doneness. During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty.
• Step 8 – Assemble the burgers by spreading BBQ sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a cheese-topped patty on the sauce, followed by 2 slices of bacon and 2-3 fried onion rings. Add any optional toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, pickles, or mayonnaise.
• Step 9 – Place the top half of the bun on the burger and serve immediately.

Expert Tips

• Beef Patties – For the best flavor, use ground beef with an 80/20 or 85/15 lean-to-fat ratio.
• Combining Ingredients – Mix the seasonings into the ground beef until just combined. Over mixing can lead to tough burgers.
• Crispy Onion Rings – Fry the onion rings in small batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, which can lead to soggy onion rings.

Serving Suggestions

This homemade cowboy burger is delicious served with your favorite side dishes on a seeded bun. Our favorites include Grilled French Fries, Blackstone Sweet Potato Fries and Grilled Jalapeño Poppers.

For a light side dish make Grilled Broccoli in Foil or Grilled Bacon Wrapped Asparagus.