Carolina Burger Recipe
This burger is inspired by the Carolina’s and their BBQ traditions. This half-pound burger is topped with pulled pork and our slaw mix. Served on a brioche bun with your choice of cheese.
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Ingredients
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Burger Patty
Pulled Pork
Slaw Mix
Burger Assembly
Method
Burger Patty
- 1
Prepare the Burger Patty
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined, then form into 4 equal patties, each weighing about 1/4 pound.
- 2
Pulled Pork
- 3
Cook the Pulled Pork
Season the pork shoulder with smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Place in a slow cooker and pour BBQ sauce over it. Cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the pork is tender and shreds easily. Once done, shred the pork with two forks and mix it with the remaining BBQ sauce.
Slaw Mix
- 4
Prepare the Slaw
In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and grated carrots. In a separate small bowl, mix mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrots, and toss until well combined. Let the slaw sit for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Burger Assembly
- 5
Assemble the Burger
Toast the brioche buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster. On the bottom half of each bun, place a burger patty with melted cheese, followed by a generous scoop of pulled pork. Top with slaw mix and finish with the top half of the bun. Serve immediately.