Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
- 4 hamburger buns
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato, pickles, and sauce of choice
Equipment Needed
- Smoker or grill
- Meat thermometer
- Mixing bowl
- Grill spatula
- Aluminum foil (for resting burgers)
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, let’s start with the meat. In a mixing bowl, I take that pound of ground beef and sprinkle in my Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. With clean hands, I mix everything together just until the spices are well incorporated—don’t overwork it! Once it’s ready, I form the beef into four equal patties, making sure to create a small indentation in the center of each one to ensure they cook evenly. Here’s a little tip: you want that indentation to help prevent puffing during cooking! (See the next page below to continue steps…)