Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.5 cup

beer

0.33 cup

pretzel

finely crushed

3 tbsp

onions

chopped

1 clove

garlic

minced

1 piece

chipotle chile in adobo

minced

2 tbsp

pickle relish

0.5 tsp

salt

2 lbs

ground beef

4 slice

cheddar cheese

4 unit

hamburger buns

Step 1
~3 min

In a bowl, mix beer, crushed pretzels, chopped onions, minced garlic, minced chipotle chile, pickle relish, and salt.

Step 2
~3 min

Let the mixture sit for a couple of minutes.

Step 3
~3 min

Gently mix the beer mixture into the ground beef until evenly distributed.

Step 4
~3 min

Be careful not to overwork the ground beef.

Step 5
~3 min

Form the mixture into 4 large or 6 medium patties.

Step 6
~3 min

Grill the burgers for about 10-15 minutes, turning once, until cooked through.

Step 7
~3 min

Just before removing from the grill, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each burger and let it melt.

Step 8
~3 min

Remove the burgers from the grill and place them on hamburger buns.

Step 9
~3 min

Serve immediately with beer and pretzels.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, add a dash of Worcestershire sauce to the ground beef mixture.

Serve with your favorite hamburger toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, and onion.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can prepare the burger patties in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with French fries and a cold beer.

Add your favorite toppings.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

French Fries
Onion Rings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Classic American comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Barbecues
Summer Parties

Occasion Tags

Summer BBQ
Game Day

Popularity Score

75/100

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