Smoked Cajun Burgers Cheese

🔥 Instructions

1. Prepare the Patties
   • In a large bowl, mix ground beef, Cajun seasoning, garlic, onion, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
   • Form into 4–6 burger patties, pressing slightly thinner in the center so they cook evenly.
2. Smoke the Burgers
   • Preheat smoker or grill to 225°F (110°C) with wood chips (hickory, oak, or mesquite work great).
   • Place patties on the smoker and cook until they reach an internal temp of about 120–125°F (rare to medium-rare stage), around 30–45 minutes.
3. Sear and Melt the Cheese
   • Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill to high.
   • Sear burgers 1–2 minutes per side for a smoky crust.
   • Place cheese slices on top and cover until melted.
4. Assemble
   • Spread Cajun mayo on toasted buns.
   • Add lettuce, tomato, burger patty with melted cheese, and any other toppings.
5. Serve hot with fries, onion rings, or Cajun-spiced potato wedges.

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👉 If you’d like, I can also give you a homemade Cajun seasoning blend so you don’t need store-bought. Want me to add that?