ULTIMATE TAILGATE BURGER recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026
RestaurantsChickie's & Pete'sUltimate Tailgate Burger Recipe

Ultimate Tailgate Burger Recipe

Inspired by Chickie's & Pete's
Time1h
Serves2

Jumbo lump crab cake on a seared burger, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, our aioli

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Crab Cake

    In a bowl, combine the jumbo lump crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, egg, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix until combined. Form the mixture into two patties and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Cook the Burgers

    Preheat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Season the ground beef with salt and black pepper, then form it into two burger patties. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium doneness.

  3. 3

    Cook the Crab Cakes

    In the same skillet or grill, cook the crab cakes for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and heated through.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Burger

    Place the cooked burger patty on the bottom half of the bun. Top with a crab cake, a slice of American cheese, lettuce, and tomato slices. Spread aioli on the top bun, then close the burger.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve the Ultimate Tailgate Burger with your favorite sides and enjoy!

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