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Fig-and-Bacon-Goat-Cheese-Burgers-Recipe

Fig and Bacon Goat Cheese Burgers

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  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 burgers 1x
  • Category: Main Dishes
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Experience the delightful combination of flavors in Fig and Bacon Goat Cheese Burgers. These homemade burgers are quick to prepare, offering mouthwatering tastes with juicy beef, rich bacon, and creamy goat cheese, perfect for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground beef, 80/20 preferred
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked until crisp
  • 3 tablespoons fig jam
  • 3 tablespoons herbed goat cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup caramelized onions, warmed
  • 1 small handful arugula
  • 2 brioche buns, split and lightly toasted
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, lightly blanched or roasted, then mashed into a paste
  • ½ teaspoon dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon coarse sea salt, plus more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • optional: 1–2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley or chives

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon until smooth.
  2. Stir in the garlic paste, salt, pepper, and herbs (if using). Adjust seasoning to taste.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Divide the ground beef into two equal portions, shaping each into a 4½-inch wide patty with a slight indentation in the center.
  5. Season both sides of the patties with salt and pepper.
  6. Preheat grill to medium-high heat, oil the grates if needed.
  7. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 130-135°F for medium rare or 140-145°F for medium.
  8. During the last minute, toast the buns cut-side down on the grill.
  9. Spread 1-2 teaspoons of lemon garlic aioli on the bottom buns.
  10. Layer arugula on each bottom bun, followed by the grilled burger patty.
  11. Top each patty with goat cheese, a spoonful of fig jam, caramelized onions, and a slice of bacon.
  12. Finish with the top bun and serve immediately.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add some pepper jack cheese on top of the patties during the last minute of grilling.
Feel free to customize the toppings based on your personal preference, such as adding avocado or tomatoes.
To save time, you can prepare the aioli a day in advance.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burger
  • Calories: 800
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 50g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 30g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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