Sizzling Smoky Stacked Burger with Honey Sriracha Glaze

Allergens

Dairy, Wheat

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 4 slices American cheese
• 4 hamburger buns
• 2 cups shredded lettuce
• 1 large tomato, sliced
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the grill or cast iron pan over medium high heat.
2. Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Place the patties onto the hot grill or pan and cook for 3 4 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.
4. In the last minute of cooking, add a slice of American cheese on top of each patty to melt.
5. Remove the burgers from the heat and let them rest for a minute.
6. Toast the buns on the grill or pan for 30 seconds per side.
7. Assemble the burgers by layering shredded lettuce, tomato slices, red onion, and a patty with melted cheese.
8. Drizzle each burger with honey sriracha glaze and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

To achieve that perfect charred crust, do not press down on the patties while cooking.

Notes

For a spicier burger, increase the amount of sriracha used in the glaze.