Beef Burger with Ballymaloe Relish
By Bord Bia
Published on 13 April 2022
These fantastic burgers with all the trimmings make the perfect barbecue meal. They could also be cooked on a ridged griddle or frying pan. If you prefer you can buy a relish, there are lots of good ones available.Time and servings
36 minsTotal time
4Servings
30 minsPrep time
6 minsCooking time
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp of mayonnaise
- 450 g of lean minced beef
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 gem lettuce, separated into leaves
- 1 red onion, sliced, to top the burger
- 1 white onion, finely chopped, cooked in a little olive oil until soft
- 1 tbsp of basil, chopped
- 4 burger buns, split in half
- 50 g of blue cheese, crumbled
- 1 jar of ballymaloe relish, to serve
Method
Step 1
If using a charcoal barbecue, light it 30 minutes before you want to start cooking. If using a gas barbecue, light it 10 minutes beforehand.Step 2
Divide the beef into four portions, and mix in the basil, cooked white onion, garlic and season. Using wet hands, shape into patties that are 2.5cm thick. Sprinkle a teaspoon of black pepper all over the burgers.Step 3
To serve, toast the cut sides of the burger buns on the grill rack and place the bottom halves on warmed plates. Add a smear of mayonnaise followed by the lettuce. Top with the burgers, then add the crumbled blue cheese and reserved onion slices. Add the burger buns to the side and place the Ballymaloe Relish on each plate.Step 4
Add to the grill rack and cook for 4 minutes on each side for rare, 6 minutes each side for medium and 8-9 minutes for well-done.