From the top, you see the shiny, caramelized bun with a light dusting of sesame seeds. Peeking underneath the bun, a smooth layer of pear-infused barbecue sauce glistening with tangy goodness. A savory beef patty with hints of grilled marks covered with melted cheddar cheese rests on a bed of fresh lettuce and ripe tomato slices. Slices of grilled pear peep from the sides, adding a touch of golden hues to the burger. All sandwiched between a soft, lightly toasted bun.

Pear-Infused BBQ Burger

Name: Pear-Infused BBQ Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: medium ripe pear, 2 halved and cored; ground beef, 1/2 pound; Brioche bun, 2; slice of cheddar cheese, 2; BBQ sauce, 1/2 cup; tomato, 1 sliced; Lettuce leaves, to taste; vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons; Salt and pepper, to taste

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style American

Technique Grilling

Diet Friendly No Special Diet

Daily Recipe: October 12, 2023

This unique recipe reinvents the classic American hamburger by incorporating seasonal and sweet pears into the mix. The featured ingredient, pear, not only adds a touch of sweetness but also a crunchy texture to the dish. We top this off with a succulent pear infused barbecue sauce which balances well with the rich, savory beef patty.

Ingredients (for 2)

Medium ripe pear - 2 - halved and cored
Ground beef - 1/2 pound
Brioche bun - 2
Slice of cheddar cheese - 2
Bbq sauce - 1/2 cup
Tomato - 1 - sliced
Lettuce leaves - to taste
Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
Salt and pepper - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🔥🌡️🔝

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2 - 🍐🖌️🔥

Brush the pear halves with a tablespoon of vegetable oil and grill them for about 4 minutes on each side until they are slightly charred and softened.
Step 3 - 🍐+🥩=🥓

Take one grilled pear half, finely chop it and mix with the ground beef, season with salt and pepper to taste. Shape into 2 patties.
Step 4 - 🔥🖌️🥓

Brush the grill with the remaining oil and grill the patties for about 5 minutes on each side or until your desired doneness.
Step 5 - 🧀😋🔥

During the last minute of grilling, add the cheddar cheese on top of the patties and close the grill lid until the cheese is melted.
Step 6 - 🍐🥘🔥

While the patties are grilling, simmer the BBQ sauce in a saucepan over medium heat. Dice the remaining pear, add to the sauce, and let it simmer until it's slightly thickened.
Step 7 - 🥬🍅🍔

To assemble the burgers, layer lettuce and tomato on the bottom bun, followed by the cheesy beef patty. Drizzle the pear-infused BBQ sauce on top, place a slice of grilled pear and finally, cover with the top bun.

Additional

You can adjust the sweetness of the pear-infused BBQ sauce to your liking by adding more or less pear. This recipe can also be transformed into a delectable vegetarian dish by substituting the beef patty with a black bean patty. Don't forget the camera before digging in, you won't want to miss capturing this picturesque meal!