Ultimate Bacon Jalapeno Jam Smash Burgers

Name: Bacon Jalapeno Jam Burger
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pack smoked salted bacon; 1 large yellow onion; 4 Fresno chilis; 1 small red bell pepper; 1/3 cup (65g) white sugar; 1/4 cup (60ml) maple syrup; 1/2 cup (120ml) apple cider vinegar; 1/2 cup (120ml) white vinegar; 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp onion powder; 2 tbsp Calabrian chilis with juice; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 8 oz ground beef; salt; black pepper; American cheese; buns; mayo; yellow onion

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Ingredients

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Steps

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1
Dice the yellow onion, red bell pepper, and Fresno chilis for the jam. For the chilis, use a smaller dice to control the heat.
💡 The size of the dice can be adjusted based on desired texture.
2
In a cold pan, cook the bacon (frozen for 20 minutes for easier slicing) over medium heat until golden brown and crispy. Drain about 80-90% of the fat.
💡 Freezing the bacon makes it easier to slice.
🔥 medium heat⏱ 20 minutes
3
Add the diced onions, bell peppers, and chilis to the pan. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes to soften the vegetables. Add garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, Calabrian chili paste, chili oil, and black pepper. After 2 minutes, add apple cider vinegar, white vinegar, white sugar, maple syrup, and Worcestershire sauce.
💡 If you can't find Calabrian chilis, use more Fresno chilis.
⏱ 8 to 10 minutes⏱ 2 minutes
4
Simmer the mixture for 15 to 20 minutes until it reaches a thick, jammy consistency. Transfer to a vessel once finished.
💡 You can cook it longer if you want a thicker jam, or leave it a bit more juicy.
🔥 simmer⏱ 15 to 20 minutes
5
Season 8 oz of ground beef with salt and pepper. Divide into two 4 oz balls. On a greased hot griddle, place the beef balls down, top with a layer of shaved onions, cover with parchment paper, and press down with a spatula.
💡 80/20 ground beef is recommended.
6
Cook the patties for 2.5 to 3 minutes before flipping. Once flipped, top with American cheese and toast the buns.
💡 Don't smash the burgers too flat to maintain juiciness.
⏱ 5 to 3 minutes
7
Assemble the burger: spread a touch of mayo on the toasted buns, stack the beef patties, and smother with the bacon-chili jam.
💡 American cheese is essential for the perfect melt.

Tips

For the jam: You can adjust the spices, sugars, and chilis to your preference.
For the beef: Avoid over-pressing the patties to prevent them from becoming too dry and crusty.
For the assembly: A little mayo on the buns helps balance the flavors.

This recipe was organized from the source video's transcript. Amounts follow what the video presents. Source: ThatDudeCanCook on YouTube

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