Here's a killer Mad Dog 357 Ghost Pepper Cheeseburger recipe that brings insane heat and incredible flavor. Handle with care—this one’s for serious spice lovers! 🔥🔥🔥
Ingredients:
For the Burger Patties:
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp Mad Dog 357 Ghost Pepper Sauce (adjust to your heat tolerance!)
For the Ghost Pepper Mayo:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp lime juice
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Mad Dog 357 Ghost Pepper Sauce (or more if you're brave!)
Toppings:
- 4 slices cheddar cheese (or ghost pepper cheese for extra heat)
- 4 brioche burger buns
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 4 lettuce leaves
- ½ red onion, sliced
- 4 slices crispy bacon (optional, but highly recommended!)
- Pickles (if you like a tangy crunch!)
Instructions:
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Make the Ghost Pepper Mayo:
- Mix mayo, lime juice, garlic powder, and Mad Dog 357 Ghost Pepper Sauce in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate.
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Prepare the Burger Patties:
- In a bowl, mix ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and ghost pepper sauce.
- Form into 4 equal-sized patties.
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Cook the Burgers:
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook patties for about 3-4 minutes per side (or until desired doneness).
- Add cheese slices on top during the last minute of cooking.
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Toast the Buns:
- Lightly butter the brioche buns and toast them on the grill or in a pan until golden brown.
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Assemble the Burger:
- Spread a generous amount of Ghost Pepper Mayo on the toasted buns.
- Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom bun, then add the burger patty with melted cheese.
- Top with crispy bacon, tomato slices, red onion, and pickles.
- Finish with the top bun.
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Enjoy (if you dare! 🔥🔥🔥)
- Serve with fries, onion rings, or a cold milkshake to cool the heat!
Would you take on this spicy challenge? 😈🔥🍔
