Backyard BBQ Battle, Season 2, episode 4, Burgers

Bill and I each put out a trio of burgers on this episode.  Here are 2 of my recipes.

Episode 4 - Burger episode

Moroccan chicken burger

For the burger
·         1 pound ground chicken
·         1/2 onion grated
·         1 garlic clove, minced
·         1 teaspoon sriracha·         1/2 teaspoon cumin
·         1/2 teaspoon salt
·         1/4 teaspoon white pepper
·         Pinch cinnamon
·         1-inch chunk ginger, grated (about 1 teaspoon)
·         2 carrots, grated
·         1 teaspoon lemon juice
·         Optional: pinch cayenne pepper
For the Sauce :
·         1/4 cup mayo (homemade or store-bought made with avocado or olive oil)
·         1 teaspoon lemon juice, more to taste
·         1/2 teaspoon dill·         1 to 2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint
 1.      In a large bowl combine ground chicken with all remaining ingredients and mix well to combine. Form into 4 patties. If the chicken mixture is sticky, wet your hands before forming each patty.
2.      Oil grill and heat to medium heat. Place burgers onto the grill and cook for 6 to 7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked to 165 degrees.
3.      While grilling whisk together sauce ingredients.  Garnish with lettuce, red onion, sliced avocado. 

Grilled cheese burger slider

For the burger

·         ½ cup caramelized onions
·         ½ cup of parmesan
·         -salt, pepper
·         -roasted garlic
1.      Mix all ingredients lightly into the beef.  Grill over direct heat till cooked to 160 degrees
2.      Place patty between two grilled cheese sandwiches.  Garnish with the usual burger toppings.