Ingredients:
- Ground beef: 1 lb (about 4 portions)
- Tea Rubs: 2 tablespoons (a blend of black tea leaves, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of smoked paprika)
- Onion: 1, finely chopped
- Tomato: 1, sliced
- Lettuce leaves: a handful
- Cheese slices: 4 (optional)
- Burger buns: 4
- Ketchup: 2 tablespoons
- Mayonnaise: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Black pepper: to taste
- Oil: for grilling
Instructions:
- Prepare the Tea Rubs: In a small bowl, mix the black tea leaves, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Crush the tea leaves lightly with a mortar and pestle or use a spice grinder to create a fine blend.
- Form the Burger Patties: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, half of the tea rubs, chopped onion, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty.
- Grill the Burgers: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Lightly oil the grill. Place the burger patties on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium doneness, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- Toast the Buns: While the burgers are grilling, lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
- Assemble the Burgers: During the last minute of cooking, place a cheese slice on each burger patty to melt. Remove the burgers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Prepare the Burgers: Spread ketchup and mayonnaise on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a lettuce leaf, a tomato slice, and a cooked burger patty on the bun. Top with the other half of the bun.
- Serve: Serve the burgers immediately, topped with additional tea rubs if desired.
Tips:
- The tea rubs add a unique aroma and depth of flavor to the beef, complementing its natural richness.
- Be careful not to overmix the beef when forming the patties, as this can lead to a tougher texture.
- This Beef Burgers with Tea Rubs recipe is perfect for a casual dinner, a cookout, or a game day gathering. The addition of tea rubs creates a memorable culinary experience that's sure to impress.