Muffaletta Burgers Recipe

Name: Muffaletta Burgers Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped mixed green and black olives; 1 tablespoon chopped capers; 3 tablespoons chopped giardiniera (Italian-style pickled vegetables); 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 18 ounces freshly ground chuck; 1/4 pound sliced spicy capicola or ham; 1/4 pound sliced mortadella or bologna; 1/4 pound sliced pepperoni or salami; 1/4 pound sliced sharp provolone cheese; 4 hearty burger buns

Servings: persons

1/2 cup chopped mixed green and black olives
1 tablespoon chopped capers
3 tablespoons chopped giardiniera (Italian-style pickled vegetables)
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
18 ounces freshly ground chuck
1/4 pound sliced spicy capicola or ham
1/4 pound sliced mortadella or bologna
1/4 pound sliced pepperoni or salami
1/4 pound sliced sharp provolone cheese
4 hearty burger buns

1
Combine olives, capers, giardiniera, vinegar, and olive oil in a medium bowl Mix to combine and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
2
When all the charcoal is lit and covered with gray ash, pour out and spread the coals evenly over half of coal grate. Alternatively, set half the burners of a gas grill to high heat. Set cooking grate in place, cover grill and allow to preheat for 5 minutes.
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the grilling grate.
5
Place burgers directly over hot side of grill and cook until well charred, about 2 minutes. Cook on second side until well charred, about 2 minutes longer. Transfer to cooler side of grill. Divide capicola, mortadella, salami, and provolone evenly over burgers, cover, and continue to cook until burgers register 125u00b0F to 130u00b0F on an instant read thermometer for medium rare, about 5 minutes total, or 135u00b0F to 140u00b0F for medium, about 6 minutes total. Transfer to a large plate and tent with aluminum foil.
6
Toast buns directly over hot side of grill until browned, about 30 seconds.
7
Divide olive salad evenly between top and bottom buns. Place bottom buns on a cutting board. Top with meat-topped burger patty. Close sandwich and serve.

302

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup chopped mixed green and black olives, 1 tablespoon chopped capers, 3 tablespoons chopped giardiniera (Italian-style pickled vegetables), 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Muffaletta Burgers Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!