Andouille and Beef Burgers With Spicy Mayo and Cara

Name: Andouille and Beef Burgers With Spicy Mayo and Caramelized Onion
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup mayonnaise (I use light); 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon Tony Chachere's Seasoning; ¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 12 lb andouille sausage, cut into 1/4 inch cubes (We make our own ground andouille, so I use that); ¾ cup pecans, roasted, chopped; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 1 12 lbs ground chuck (20% fat) or 1 12 lbs ground beef (20% fat); 1 12 lbs onions, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing rack; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon golden brown sugar; 6 large hamburger buns, split; 8 ounces crumbled blue cheese; 12 pickled okra pods, halved lengthwise; 3 cups watercress, tops (I've never used)

Servings: persons

¾ cup mayonnaise (I use light)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Tony Chachere's Seasoning
¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
12 lb andouille sausage, cut into 1/4 inch cubes (We make our own ground andouille, so I use that)
¾ cup pecans, roasted, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 12 lbs ground chuck (20% fat) or 1 12 lbs ground beef (20% fat)
1 12 lbs onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing rack
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon golden brown sugar
6 large hamburger buns, split
8 ounces crumbled blue cheese
12 pickled okra pods, halved lengthwise
3 cups watercress, tops (I've never used)

1
Mix all ingredients in small bowl.
2
Cover & chill.
3
Can be made 2 days ahead; keep chilled.
4
Toss first 4 ingredients in a large bowl.
5
Add beef, blend gently.
6
Shap into six 1/2 inch think patties.
7
Transfer to small baking sheet.
8
Can be made 1 day ahead; cover and chill.
9
Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) or stove top.
10
Place onions and next 3 ingredients in skillet.
11
Place skillet on heat; cook until onions are golden, stirring often.
12
Remove from grill and season with salt and pepper.
13
Brush buns with olive oil or melted butter.Brown and transfer to work surface.
14
Grill burgers until brown on bottom, about 3 minutes.
15
Turn over; sprinkle with cheese, if desired.
16
Grill until burgers are cooked through, about e minutes for medium.
17
Place some onions on each but bottom, then burger.
18
Top each with okra and watercress.
19
Spread mayonnaise on side of bun tops; place on burgers.
20
Serve with remaining mayonnaise.

1187

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup mayonnaise (I use light), 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Tony Chachere's Seasoning, ¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce, and more.

Yes, Andouille and Beef Burgers With Spicy Mayo and Caramelized Onion falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Andouille and Beef Burgers With Spicy Mayo and Caramelized Onion

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