A Sweet and Spicy Hamburger: The Mo Burger (+ video)

A sweet and spicy hamburger that’s flavourful and stays moist.  

We know purists prefer to make their burgers with just salt and pepper, and may be an egg yolk to help bind it together but we prefer burgers that are tender and well-seasoned.

A good spicy salsa and a little molasses keep the burgers moist and the Worcestershire sauce adds extra flavour and a salty taste without much salt.

Brush these with our Sweet Chili Barbecue Sauce during the last few minutes of grilling for an extra kick of flavours. 

A Sweet and Spicy Hamburger: The Mo Burger

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A Sweet and Spicy Hamburger – the Mo Burger: a simple flavourful burger that stays moist. Seasoned with salsa, Worcestershire sauce and molasses.

• Author: Crosby’s Molasses
• Prep Time: 5
• Cook Time: 10
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Category: Savoury dishes

Ingredients

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• 1 Tbsp. oil
• 1/2 medium onion, grated
• 1 Tbsp. salsa (spicy) or ketchup
• 3 Tbsp. Crosby’s Fancy Molasses
• 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce or steak sauce
• 1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 pound lean (or extra lean) ground beef

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Instructions

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the oil until it shimmers then add the onion & salsa. Saute until the onion starts to brown then remove from heat and scrape into a bowl. Whisk in molasses, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Crumble over the beef and gently combine without overmixing. Form into 4 patties, about ¾” thick.
2. Grill the burgers, turning once, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 165°F, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
3. Serve with your favourite toppings.

Notes

You can substitute Crosby’s Fancy Molasses for our Blackstrap or Cooking Molasses.