Combo Burgers
This recipe creates flavorful combo burgers using a mix of lean ground sirloin, pork, and veal. The patties are grilled until crusty outside and slightly pink inside for a juicy finish.
Equipment
- outside gril
Ingredients
- 1/6 cup bottled chili sauce
- 1 lbs combination of lean ground sirloin lean ground pork, and lean ground veal
- Freshly-ground black pepper to taste
- 1/6 cup ground oats
- 1 1/3 Tbs ice water
- Salt to taste
- 2/3 small onion minced
- 1 1/3 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Prepare an outside grill with an oiled rack set 4 inches above the heat source.
- On a gas grill, set the heat to high.
- Combine 1 lbs combination of lean ground sirloin, lean ground pork, and lean ground veal with 1 1/3 tablespoons ice water, 1/6 cup ground oats, 1/6 cup bottled chili sauce, 2/3 small minced onion, 1 1/3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, salt to taste, and freshly-ground black pepper to taste.
- Shape the mixture into 6 patties.
- Grill the burgers for 10 minutes until they are crusty outside and slightly pink inside.
Notes & Wine Advice
Serving Advice
Serve these combo burgers on toasted buns with your favorite toppings such as lettuce, tomato, pickles, and cheese. Accompany with classic sides like coleslaw, potato salad, or crispy fries for a satisfying meal. A simple green salad or grilled vegetables also complement the smoky flavors well. Offer condiments like ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise to suit different tastes. These burgers are perfect for casual gatherings and outdoor barbecues.Variations
For a different flavor profile, try adding finely chopped fresh herbs such as parsley or thyme to the meat mixture. You can substitute the bottled chili sauce with your favorite barbecue sauce or a spicy hot sauce for more heat. For a gluten-free option, replace ground oats with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed nuts. To make smaller sliders, shape the mixture into smaller patties and reduce grilling time accordingly. Adding a slice of cheese on top during the last minute of grilling creates a classic cheeseburger variation.Wine Advice
Zinfandel: Zinfandel's bold fruitiness and peppery notes complement the rich flavors of the mixed meats and the slight spiciness from the chili sauce, enhancing the overall taste experience. Malbec: Malbec offers a smooth, medium-bodied profile with dark fruit flavors and subtle smokiness that pairs well with grilled meats, balancing the savory and slightly sweet elements of the burgers. Pair these burgers with a sparkling water infused with lemon or a chilled iced tea with a splash of fruit juice for a refreshing non-alcoholic option. Estimated ingredient cost: USD 3.50 per serving, excluding optional sides and drinks. Local prices vary. Missing nutrition values have been estimated per serving; existing values were retained. Assumptions: Nutrition values are estimated per one serving out of four, assuming the use of lean ground sirloin, pork, and veal blend, with standard bottled chili sauce and Worcestershire sauce. The ground oats contribute minimal carbohydrates and fiber. Salt and pepper amounts are typical for seasoning. Serving size is based on one patty from the six formed. Optional sides and drinks are excluded.Nutrition values
Calories: 169 kcal | koolhydraten: 5 g | Eiwitten: 22 g | Vet: 7 g | Verzadigd vet: 2 g | Natrium: 350 mg | Suiker: 2 g