Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Irish Pub Burger, where juicy ground beef meets sharp Irish cheddar and a smoky whiskey sauce. This delectable burger, topped with caramelized onions and fresh lettuce, transports you to a cozy Dublin pub with every bite. Perfect for game nights or casual gatherings, it’s a culinary experience that brings friends and family together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup sharp Irish cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 brioche buns
- ½ cup whiskey
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 large onion, caramelized
- 2 cups fresh lettuce
Instructions
- Prepare the Whiskey Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine whiskey, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes). Set aside.
- Form Patties: Shape ground beef into four patties (¾ inch thick) and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill Patties: Cook each patty on medium-high heat for about 4 minutes per side or until desired doneness. Add cheese slices just before removing from heat to melt.
- Toast Buns: Lightly toast brioche buns on the grill or toaster until golden brown.
- Assemble Burgers: Spread whiskey sauce on both sides of each bun, layer with lettuce, place the cheesy patty on top, and finish with caramelized onions.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately with sides like potato wedges or salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg