Tailgate Game Day Lunch: Memphis BBQ Burger Boats

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Time: Prep: 15 minutes Cook: 8 minutes Total: 23 minutes

Servings: 6

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American, Southern

Allergens

Wheat (gluten), Dairy, Eggs (may be present in the pulled pork)

Ingredients

12 slices thick
cut bacon 6 large potato rolls, split and slightly toasted 6 large beef patties, cooked to your preference 3 cups pulled pork, prepared with Memphis BBQ seasoning 3 cups coleslaw 6 slices American cheese 1/2 cup dill pickle chips 1/4 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

Preheat a grill or griddle to medium high heat.
Wrap each beef patty in two slices of bacon, securing with toothpicks if needed.
Grill the bacon wrapped patties until crispy and cooked through, approximately 4 minutes per side. Remove from heat and let rest for a minute.
Spread a generous layer of BBQ sauce on the bottom half of each toasted roll.
Add a grilled bacon wrapped patty, then pile high with pulled pork, coleslaw, and a slice of American cheese.
Finish with dill pickle chips and the top half of the roll. Serve immediately!

Chef’s Insight

The secret to these Memphis BBQ Burger Boats is using quality ingredients and making sure the bacon wrap stays crispy throughout the cooking process.

Notes

Serve these tasty Memphis BBQ Burger Boats with your favorite game day sides like chips, pretzels, or potato salad.

Substitutions

For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free rolls or lettuce wraps. For a dairy-free version, replace American cheese with vegan cheese or omit.

Alternative Preparations

The burger boats can also be prepared on a stovetop griddle or in an oven-safe pan.

Best Storage Practice

Keep all ingredients refrigerated until ready to use. Cooked burgers should be served immediately to ensure optimal taste and texture.

Shelf Life

Freshness of ingredients will depend on their individual shelf lives, but it's best to prepare this dish the same day for maximum enjoyment.

Plating Tips

Arrange the burger boats on a serving platter or tray with a piece of tin foil or parchment paper underneath to catch any drippings.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving, this recipe provides a substantial amount of protein from the beef patty and pulled pork, as well as healthy fats from the bacon. The coleslaw adds a refreshing crunch and a bit of tanginess to balance the richness.