Wagyu Burger with Bacon and Blue Cheese

A wagyu beef burger is the ultimate hamburger recipe. A luxurious and highly flavorful alternative to traditional burgers topped with a crispy bacon and creamy blue cheese. Sear in a cast iron or grill.

📝 Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Wagyu ground beef (or kobe ground beef)
• 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 Tablespoon butter
• 4 buns (toasted)
• 12 slices bacon (cooked)
• 8 ounces blue cheese
• 5 ounces arugula
• 1 large tomatoe (sliced)
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 Tablespoon dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic (minced)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Season: Form the ground beef into 4 equal size patties, about 1 inch thick. Sprinkle the outside of the patties with salt and pepper.
2. 2Sear: Heat the butter in a cast-iron skillet on medium-high heat. Add the patties. Cook for 4 minutes.
3. 3Top: Flip the patties. Cook an additional 5 to 6 minutes for medium-rare. Do not move or smash down the patties. You can add bacon and cheese at this point, if desired.
4. 4Assemble: Once your desired temperature is reached move the patties to a cutting board to rest. Place the buns cut side down in the pan for 2 to 3 minutes until toasted. Assemble the Wagyu burgers with desired toppings.
5. 5--- Grilling Instructions ---
6. 6Heat a gas or charcoal grill to 450 F degrees.
7. 7Grill the patties over direct heat for 4 minutes. Flip and cook an additional 3 to 4 minutes for medium-rare. Do not smash the patties as it will cause flare ups in the grill flame.
8. 8--- Aioli ---
9. 9Mix together all the ingredients. Salt to taste, but likely will not need it.