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Irish Pub Burger with Whiskey Sauce Recipe Made Easy

This Irish Pub Burger is a rich and juicy burger packed with bold flavors. Featuring a perfectly seasoned beef patty, melted Irish cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and a tangy Guinness-infused sauce, this burger is a must-try for any pub food lover. Serve it with a side of fries or a cold pint, and enjoy a true Irish-inspired meal!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Irish-American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 blend
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 4 slices Irish cheddar cheese
  • 4 brioche or pretzel buns
  • 4 slices crispy bacon
  • 1 tablespoon butter for toasting buns
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 4 leaves lettuce
  • 4 slices tomato

Method
 

  1. Make the Guinness Sauce: Mix mayonnaise, Guinness beer, Dijon mustard, honey, and paprika in a small bowl. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the patties: In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Form into 4 equal patties.
  3. Cook the burgers: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 3-4 minutes per side or until desired doneness.
  4. Melt the cheese: Place a slice of Irish cheddar on each patty and let it melt.
  5. Toast the buns: Spread butter on the buns and toast them in a skillet until golden.
  6. Assemble the burgers: Spread Guinness sauce on the bottom bun, add lettuce, tomato, the cheesy burger patty, crispy bacon, and sliced red onions. Top with the bun.
  7. Serve hot with fries, coleslaw, or a cold pint of beer!

Notes

  • Use pretzel buns for an extra authentic pub-style burger.
  • Swap Irish cheddar for Swiss or blue cheese for a different twist.
  • Add sautéed mushrooms or caramelized onions for extra richness.
  • Leftover patties can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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