Cajun Beef Burgers Recipe

Name: Cajun Beef Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb beef, ground; ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ground; ⅛ teaspoon red pepper, ground; 1 teaspoon garlic-flavored vegetable oil or 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 4 crusty hamburger buns, split and lightly toasted; 2 -4 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 2 teaspoons garlic-flavored vegetable oil or 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 1 large Spanish onion, thinly sliced; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can cajun-style stewed tomatoes; ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves

Servings: persons

1 lb beef, ground
¼ teaspoon black pepper, ground
⅛ teaspoon red pepper, ground
1 teaspoon garlic-flavored vegetable oil or 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
4 crusty hamburger buns, split and lightly toasted
2 -4 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons garlic-flavored vegetable oil or 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 large Spanish onion, thinly sliced
½ teaspoon salt
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can cajun-style stewed tomatoes
½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves

1
To make sauce: In large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat until hot.
2
Add onion and salt; cook and stir over low heat 10 minutes.
3
Add tomatoes and thyme; bring to a broil.
4
Reduce heat; simmer 8 to 10 minutes or until sauce thickens slightly.
5
Meanwhile shape ground beef into four 1/2-inch thick patties.
6
Sprinkle both sides of patties with black pepper and red pepper; brush lightly with 1 teaspoon oil.
7
Heat large heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat 5 minutes.
8
Place patties in skillet; panbroil 10 to 12 minutes or until centers are no longer pink, turning once.
9
Spoon approx.
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1/2 of sauce onto bottom halves or rolls; top with patties.
11
Spoon remaining sauce over patties; sprinkle with parsley.
12
Close with roll tops.
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Serve immediately.
14
Makes 4 servings (serving size: 1 sandwich).
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Tip: Mexican-style stewed tomatoes may be substituted for Cajun-style.
16
To grill, place patties on grid over medium, ash-covered coals.
17
Grill uncovered, 11 to 13 minutes or until centers are no longer pink, turning once.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 lb beef, ground, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ground, ⅛ teaspoon red pepper, ground, 1 teaspoon garlic-flavored vegetable oil or 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Cajun Beef Burgers 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.

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Cajun Beef Burgers

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