Indulge in the savory and rich flavors of bacon and venison with this incredible burger recipe. Juicy venison patties are seasoned to perfection and topped with crispy bacon, melted cheese, and your favorite burger condiments. This recipe is perfect for a backyard barbecue or a weeknight dinner that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground venison
- 4 slices bacon
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 slices cheese (cheddar or Swiss)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Lettuce, tomato, and onion for topping
Directions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet, drain on paper towels, and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground venison, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty.
- Place the venison patties on the preheated grill and cook for about 5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for medium doneness.
- During the last minute of cooking, top each patty with a slice of cheese and allow it to melt.
- While the patties are cooking, toast the hamburger buns on the grill until slightly golden.
- To assemble the burgers, spread mayonnaise and ketchup onto the bottom halves of the buns. Top with a venison patty, a slice of bacon, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Finish with the top half of the bun.
- Serve the bacon and venison burgers immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Venison is a lean and healthy meat option as it is low in fat and cholesterol.
Grilling the venison patties adds a delicious smoky flavor to the burgers.
Bacon and cheese add a touch of indulgence to the burger, making it extra flavorful and satisfying.