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Sweet and Spicy Tomato Jam Burgers

Juicy beef patties topped with a homemade sticky tomato-chili jam and garlic aioli, served on a toasted brioche bun.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Gourmet
Calories: 680
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Tomato Jam
  • 1 lb tomatoes chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 0.5 cup sugar
  • 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 jalapeño minced
Burger Assembly
  • 1.5 lbs ground beef 80/20
  • 4 brioche buns
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 slices cheese optional

Equipment

  • Cast iron skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Combine tomatoes, peppers, onion, sugar, vinegar, and spices in a saucepan. Simmer for 30-45 mins until thick and jammy.
  2. Whisk mayonnaise, garlic, and lemon juice in a small bowl to make aioli.
  3. Form ground beef into 4 patties. Season liberally with salt and pepper.
  4. Sear patties in a hot skillet for 4-5 minutes per side. Add cheese in the last minute if desired.
  5. Toast the brioche buns in a buttered pan until golden.
  6. Assemble: Spread aioli on the bottom bun, add the patty, top generously with tomato jam, and close with the top bun.
  7. Serve immediately.

Notes

Make the jam ahead of time! It keeps in the fridge for 2 weeks and tastes even better the next day.