Spicy Blueberry Burgers with Jalapeno Aioli and Feta Recipe
These Spicy Blueberry Burgers combine juicy Angus beef patties with a vibrant blueberry sauce, creamy feta cheese, fresh arugula, and a zesty jalapeno aioli for a unique and flavorful twist on the classic burger. Perfect for grilling season and adventurous eaters seeking a sweet and spicy balance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Burger Ingredients
- 6 Angus Beef BUBBA burgers
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 6 brioche buns
- 8 ounces crumbled Feta cheese
- 1½ cups arugula
Blueberry Sauce
- 1 pint fresh or frozen blueberries
- ¼ cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ cup water
Jalapeno Aioli
- 1–2 fresh jalapenos, seeded and coarsely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Soak Onion Slices: Place the thinly sliced red onions in a large bowl of water and let them soak while you prepare the other components. This reduces their sharpness for the burger.
- Prepare Blueberry Sauce: In a medium saucepan over high heat, combine the blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Bring the mixture to a boil. In a separate small bowl, mix cornstarch with water until smooth and slowly drizzle into the boiling blueberry mixture, stirring constantly. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens to pancake syrup consistency. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Make Jalapeno Aioli: Add the chopped jalapenos, fresh basil leaves, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic powder to a food processor or blender. Process until smooth. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in mayonnaise to thicken. Season with salt to taste and set aside.
- Grill Burgers: Preheat your grill to medium heat. Place the BUBBA beef burgers on the grill and cook for about 5 minutes until juices begin to rise to the top. Flip the burgers and continue grilling until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F, ensuring they are fully cooked through.
- Assemble the Burgers: On the bottom half of each brioche bun, place a cooked burger patty. Spoon a generous amount of blueberry sauce over the burger, then sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top. Add a couple of the soaked onion slices (pat dry first) and a handful of fresh arugula. Spread the jalapeno aioli on the top half of the bun and place it on top to complete your spicy blueberry burger.
Notes
- Soaking the onions in water tones down their sharp bite and adds a mild crunch.
- The blueberry sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Adjust the number of jalapenos in the aioli based on your preferred spice level.
- Use a food thermometer to ensure the burgers reach a safe internal temperature of 160°F.
- Brioche buns add a buttery sweetness that pairs well with the tangy and spicy flavors.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute beef burgers with plant-based patties and omit the feta or replace with a vegan cheese alternative.
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