The Texas Squealer Burger

Dive into bold, Southern-inspired flavor with The Texas Squealer Burger — a mouthwatering masterpiece that brings smoky, spicy, and savory elements together in every bite. This burger combines juicy, seasoned ground beef patties, sharp melted cheddar, and crispy bacon, all drizzled with tangy barbecue sauce for a true taste of Texas. A medley of toppings, including red onion rings, fiery jalapeño slices, and zesty pickles, adds crunch and heat, while toasted, buttery buns provide the perfect, golden base. Whether grilled to smoky perfection outdoors or on a stovetop, this burger is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfect for summer barbecues or game-day feasts, serve The Texas Squealer Burger with fries or onion rings to complete the ultimate comfort food experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 4 slices bacon strips
• 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
• 4 hamburger buns
• 0.5 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 red onion (sliced into rings)
• 2 jalapeños (sliced)
• 0.25 cup pickles
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or stovetop griddle to medium-high heat and grease lightly with the vegetable oil.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix gently with your hands until evenly combined.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and form into burger patties about 3/4 inch thick. Use your thumb to make a shallow dimple in the center of each patty to ensure even cooking.

Step 4

Cook the bacon in a skillet on medium heat until crispy, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

Step 5

Grill the burger patties for 3-4 minutes on the first side. Flip the burgers and immediately add a slice of cheddar cheese to each patty. Grill for another 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the burgers reach desired doneness.

Step 6

Lightly butter the burger buns and toast them on the grill for about 1 minute until golden brown.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers by placing each patty onto the bottom bun, topped with two slices of crispy bacon, a drizzle of barbecue sauce, a few red onion rings, jalapeño slices, and pickles. Finish with the top bun.

Step 8

Serve hot with your favorite sides such as fries, coleslaw, or onion rings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1195.6 grams (1195.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2742

Total Fat 195.30g	250%
Saturated Fat 87.30g	437%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.30g
Cholesterol 542mg	181%
Sodium 6517mg	283%
Total Carbohydrate 130.10g	47%
Dietary Fiber 60.90g	217%
Total Sugars 51.60g
Protein 175.30g	351%

Vitamin D 33IU	163%
Calcium 1068mg	82%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 1927mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.0%

Protein: 23.5%

Carbs: 17.5%