Description
This Cajun Burger Recipe offers a flavorful twist with a spicy kick, featuring homemade Cajun seasoning and a creamy remoulade sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1½ tablespoons oregano
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1½ teaspoons cayenne pepper
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s, Texas Pete, Tabasco)
- 1 teaspoon dill relish
- ¾ teaspoon Cajun seasoning (from above), or to taste
- 1½ pounds ground beef (80/20 or 85/15)
- ⅓ cup finely minced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed
- 1½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning (from above)
- Sandwich buns and desired burger toppings
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together all the seasoning ingredients.
- In another bowl, combine mayonnaise, green onion, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, dill relish, and ¾ teaspoon of the prepared Cajun seasoning. Cover and refrigerate the remoulade sauce until ready to use.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, minced onion, pressed garlic, and 1½ teaspoons of the prepared Cajun seasoning. Form into four patties, making an indentation in the center of each. Refrigerate until ready to cook.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
- Grill the burgers for about 5 minutes on one side, flip, and grill for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Let the burgers rest for 5 minutes.
- Assemble the burgers on buns with desired toppings and a generous dollop of remoulade sauce.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the spiciness of the seasoning.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the burgers are cooked to the desired doneness.
- Customize the burger toppings to your preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Cajun Burger Recipe, spicy cajun burger, remoulade sauce burger, homemade cajun seasoning burger