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Loaded with Cajun flavor and topped with a remoulade sauce, these Spicy Cajun Burgers are sure to be a hit at your next backyard picnic!
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Spicy Cajun Burgers

Loaded with Cajun flavor and topped with a remoulade sauce, these Spicy Cajun Burgers are sure to be a hit at your next backyard picnic!
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time40 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Keyword: burger, cajun, grill, remoulade
Servings: 4 burgers
Calories: 697kcal
Author: David

Ingredients

For the Cajun seasoning

  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1½ tsp black pepper
  • 1½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ¾ tsp dried thyme
  • ¾ tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper

For the Remoulade Sauce

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp hot sauce
  • ½ tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 2 Tbsp Italian parsley chopped
  • 2 Tbsp green onions chopped
  • ½ cup celery diced

For the Burgers

  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • ½ white onion sliced
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup green onions both white and green parts, diced
  • ½ tsp garlic minced
  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning see recipe above
  • 1 tsp hot sauce
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup bread crumbs or crumbled saltine crackers
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 4 slices pepperjack cheese optional

Instructions

For the Cajun Seasoning

  • Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl until well combined. Store any leftovers in an airtight container.

For the Remoulade Sauce

  • Place all ingredients in a food processor or mini-chopper. Blend until smooth.

For the Burgers

  • Create a pouch using aluminum foil. Place the sliced peppers and onions in pouch and drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; seal pouch and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, green onions, garlic, Cajun seasoning, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and bread crumbs. Mix until well combined.
  • Shape mixture into 4 patties. (Tip: Make the patties slightly thinner in the center. This will give the burger a better shape once cooked.)
  • Place foil pouch with onions and peppers on grill over medium-high heat. Grill for 5-6 minutes. (Note: Adding the pouch a few minutes before the burgers gives the peppers and onions just enough extra time to be done about the same time as the burgers.)
  • Add the burgers over medium-high heat. Grill burgers until cooked, flipping once halfway through.
  • Place the buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes (optional).
  • Assemble the burgers with pepperjack cheese (optional), onions, peppers and Remoulade Sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 697kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 52g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 160mg | Sodium: 2236mg | Potassium: 686mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 3090IU | Vitamin C: 46.8mg | Calcium: 368mg | Iron: 5.9mg