Juicy Venison Burgers with Smoky Aioli
Venison burgers that are juicy, flavorful and so easy to make! A few slices of bacon mixed with the ground venison adds both fat and a little smoky flavor, making these venison burgers so delicious! Serve with smoky aioli, and you won't be able to put the burger down!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground venison
- 3 slices uncooked bacon, finely chopped
- 1 egg, whisked
- ½ tablespoon dijon mustard
- ½ tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- butter
- 4 cheese slices
- 4 hamburger buns
- your favorite burger toppings: lettuce, tomato, pickles, etc.
Smoky Aioli
- ¼ cup mayo
- ½ tablespoon dijon mustard
- ½ tablespoon pickle relish
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the venison, bacon, egg, dijon, Worcestershire, onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Shape into 4 burger patties that are slightly larger than the buns. Let rest for about 10-20 minutes. This helps the burgers hold together when transferring to the stove or grill.
- Stovetop: Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon of butter. Once hot, fry the burgers about 3-5 minutes per side, about 6-7 minutes total for medium doneness. Work in batches if needed, so you don't crowd the pan. Add more butter as needed. Top the burgers with cheese during the last 1-2 minutes.
- Grill: Preheat the grill over medium-high heat, and scrape the grate clean so the burgers don't stick. Once hot, grill each patty about 3-5 minutes per side, about 6-7 minutes total for medium doneness. Top the burgers with cheese during the last 1-2 minutes.
- Toast the buns: If desired, spread butter on the insides of the top and bottom buns and place butter side down in the skillet or on the grill. Toast for 1-2 minutes until golden brown; watch closely so they don't burn.
- Smoky Aioli: In a small bowl, mix together all ingredients.
- Spread the bottom buns with smoky aioli. Add the burgers and your favorite toppings.
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