Description
This Pepperoni Burger Provolone Brioche recipe delivers a flavorful twist on a classic burger by combining juicy, seasoned ground chuck patties with melted provolone cheese, spicy pepperoni slices, and sautéed onions and green peppers. Served on buttery brioche buns slathered with a garlic-infused mayo, these burgers promise a mouthwatering, savory experience perfect for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Patties and Toppings
- 12 slices of deli-style pepperoni
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 ½ pounds of 80/20 ground chuck
- A pinch of salt, garlic powder, and pepper for seasoning
- 12 slices of provolone cheese
- A can of pre-made pizza sauce
For the Sauce
- ½ cup of mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons of garlic paste
For the Buns
- Brioche buns (1 pack or 8 pieces)
Instructions
- Chill the Patties: Shape the ground chuck into burger patties and place them in the refrigerator for 35 to 40 minutes to firm up, which helps prevent them from falling apart during cooking.
- Prepare Garlic Mayo: Stir the garlic paste into the mayonnaise until well combined, then set the mixture aside for later use as a flavorful spread on the buns.
- Sauté Vegetables: Dice red onion and green bell pepper. Heat a cast iron skillet, add butter, then toss in the diced veggies with a pinch of salt. Stir frequently for 8 to 10 minutes until the vegetables are soft and tender. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Season and Grill Patties: Generously season the burger patties with salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Grill them over direct heat for about 6 minutes on the first side to achieve a good sear.
- Warm Pepperoni: While the patties cook, heat a cast iron skillet and briefly warm the deli pepperoni slices. Cook each side for approximately 1 to 1.5 minutes until slightly crisp and heated through.
- Finish Grilling and Add Toppings: Flip the burgers after the first 6 minutes and grill for an additional 2 minutes. Then, layer each patty with pizza sauce, provolone cheese, and the warmed pepperoni slices. Close the grill lid and cook for another 4 minutes to melt the cheese and meld the flavors. Remove patties and place on a cooling rack.
- Toast Buns and Assemble: Lightly toast the brioche buns. Spread the garlic mayo on both the top and bottom buns. Place the grilled patty on the bottom bun, add the sautéed onions and peppers, then cap with the top bun. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious pepperoni burger.
Notes
- Use 80/20 ground chuck for juicy and flavorful burgers.
- Chilling the patties before grilling helps maintain their shape.
- Pre-made pizza sauce makes the recipe quicker, but homemade sauce can be used for extra flavor.
- For an extra smoky flavor, consider grilling the vegetables briefly instead of sautéing.
- Letting the patties rest on a cooling rack after grilling helps retain juices.
- Brioche buns enhance the richness, but any soft burger buns can be substituted.
