Cheesy Burgers with Soy-Spiked Ketchup Recipe

Name: Cheesy Burgers with Soy-Spiked Ketchup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons ketchup; 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons ancho chile powder; 1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck, preferably 80 or 85 percent lean; 1/2 cup shredded Colby cheese; 1/4 cup minced red onion; 2 tablespoons minced kosher pickles; 2 tablespoons plain dry bread crumbs; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco; Canola oil, for brushing; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 6 potato hamburger buns, split and toasted; Mayonnaise, lettuce and sliced red onion, for serving

Servings: persons

1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons ketchup
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons ancho chile powder
1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck, preferably 80 or 85 percent lean
1/2 cup shredded Colby cheese
1/4 cup minced red onion
2 tablespoons minced kosher pickles
2 tablespoons plain dry bread crumbs
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco
Canola oil, for brushing
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
6 potato hamburger buns, split and toasted
Mayonnaise, lettuce and sliced red onion, for serving

1
In a medium bowl, whisk 1/2 cup of the ketchup with the soy sauce, hoisin, lime juice and ancho chile powder.
2
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with the cheese, minced red onion, pickles, bread crumbs, garlic, Tabasco and the remaining 2 tablespoons of ketchup.
3
Knead gently until thoroughly mixed.
4
Form the meat into six 4-inch patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
5
Light a grill or preheat a grill pan.
6
Brush the burgers with oil and season with salt and pepper.
7
Grill over moderately high heat, turning once, until lightly charred outside and medium-rare within, about 3 minutes.
8
Spread the cut sides of the buns with mayonnaise.
9
Place lettuce on the buns then top with the burgers.
10
Spread some of the spiked ketchup on the patties and top with sliced onion.
11
Close the burgers and serve, passing additional spiked ketchup at the table.

885

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons ketchup, 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Burgers with Soy-Spiked Ketchup 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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Cheesy Burgers with Soy-Spiked Ketchup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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