Grass-Fed Burgers With Chipotle Barbecue Sauce

Name: Grass-Fed Burgers With Chipotle Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sauce; 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar; 1/2 cup ketchup; 2 tablespoons canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce (about 3 chiles), plus 1 tbsp. sauce; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire; 2 tablespoons molasses; 2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; Burgers; 1 1/4 pounds grass-fed ground beef; 2 teaspoons each kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, divided; 1 red onion, sliced 1/4 to 1/2 in. thick crosswise; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, divided; 4 slices Swiss cheese; 4 sesame hamburger buns; 4 slices ripe tomato; 4 leaves butter or romaine lettuce

Servings: persons

Sauce
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce (about 3 chiles), plus 1 tbsp. sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire
2 tablespoons molasses
2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate
1 teaspoon minced garlic
Burgers
1 1/4 pounds grass-fed ground beef
2 teaspoons each kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 red onion, sliced 1/4 to 1/2 in. thick crosswise
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, divided
4 slices Swiss cheese
4 sesame hamburger buns
4 slices ripe tomato
4 leaves butter or romaine lettuce

1
Make sauce: Puree all sauce ingredients in a food processor until very smooth.
2
Make burgers: In a bowl, combine beef and 1 1/2 tsp. each salt and pepper (if using preformed burgers, sprinkle with salt and pepper). Form into 4 patties about 3/4 in. thick, making a slight depression in each to help keep burgers flat as they cook. Put on a plate, cover, and chill until ready to grill.
3
Preheat a grill for medium heat (350u00b0 to 450u00b0; you can hold your hand 5 in. above cooking grate only 5 to 7 seconds).
4
Sprinkle onions with remaining salt and pepper and 1 tsp. oil. Grill, covered, until softened, turning once, 8 minutes total.
5
Meanwhile, rub burgers with 2 tsp. oil and grill, covered, turning once, about 6 minutes total for medium-rare. In the last few moments of cooking, lay a slice of cheese on each burger. Lay bun halves, cut side down, on grill to toast slightly.
6
Transfer buns to a platter and fill with burgers and onions. Spoon about 1 1/2 tbsp. barbecue sauce on top and add a slice of tomato and a lettuce leaf.
7
Make ahead: Sauce: 1 week chilled.
8
Note: Nutritional analysis is per burger, with 1 1/2 tbsp. sauce and trimmings.

799

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sauce, 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce (about 3 chiles), plus 1 tbsp. sauce, and more.

Yes, Grass-Fed Burgers With Chipotle Barbecue Sauce 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!