Best Beach Burger Recipe

Name: Best Beach Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 to 2 cups mesquite or hickory wood chips; 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon celery seed; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1 seedless cucumber, sliced into thin ribbons; 1 pound ground chuck, formed into 4 (4-inch) patties; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 4 (1-ounce) Cheddar cheese slices; 4 (3-ounce) sesame seed or brioche buns, split; 1 (1-pound) beefsteak or heirloom tomato, cut into 4 slices

Servings: persons

1 to 2 cups mesquite or hickory wood chips
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 seedless cucumber, sliced into thin ribbons
1 pound ground chuck, formed into 4 (4-inch) patties
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 (1-ounce) Cheddar cheese slices
4 (3-ounce) sesame seed or brioche buns, split
1 (1-pound) beefsteak or heirloom tomato, cut into 4 slices

1
Preheat grill to medium-high heat (350u00b0 to 400u00b0). Rinse wood chips in water; drain, and place on a sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Fold foil over, and seal sides to make a packet. Poke several holes in top. Place foil-wrapped chips on grill grate or hot coals.
2
Whisk together vinegar, sugar, celery seed, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl; toss with cucumber ribbons. Set aside.
3
Grill burgers, covered with grill lid, 5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired degree of doneness. Transfer burgers to a platter, and sprinkle with pepper and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Top each burger with 1 cheese slice; tent loosely with aluminum foil to keep warm.
4
Grill buns 1 minute. Meanwhile, squeeze excess liquid from reserved cucumbers. Place burgers on buns, and top evenly with tomato slices and cucumber relish.

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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.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 to 2 cups mesquite or hickory wood chips, 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, 2 teaspoons sugar, 1/2 teaspoon celery seed, and more.

Yes, Best Beach Burger falls under the General 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.

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Best Beach Burger

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