LOOZIANNA CAJUN "TURTLE-BURGERS"
WOW! Only in Louisiana! If you can't cook or can't make these yourself, ask someone who can and beg! These are cute when served on a plate of dirty rice and surrounded by a bed of leafy greens or lettuce. This is also a fun project to get kids into the kitchen. Prepping and eating!
Provided by A R Caswell
Categories Burgers
Time 2h15m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. *PRE HEAT OVEN TO 400 DEGREES. Season 2 pounds of ground beef with Tony Chachere's Creole Seasoning. You could also use the lower salt or salt free versions. The spice is what is needed. About 1-3 teaspoons per pound, but adjust according to your family's taste and salt requirements or restrictions.
- 2. After seasoning, pat out by hand, the ground beef patties, about 8 ounces each, and form into oval turtle shell shapes.
- 3. Slice each hotdog in half lengthwise. Then cut each hotdog in half. Use 1/2 a hotdog for each head, tail, and leg, cutting slits into the ends of the "legs" to make the turtle "toes" and insert them into the turtle body patty. Use the wooden toothpicks to hold the head, legs, and tail in place.
- 4. Top each one with one slice of sharp cheddar cheese. Place flat on platter and chill in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- 5. Remove from refrigerator and wrap and weave each patty with bacon strips to enclose the cheese slice and form the shell. Use toothpicks to hold the strips of bacon if needed. The wood toothpicks should hold the head, legs, and tail in place.
- 6. Place on a rack in a 2" deep baking pan/dish which has been lined with foil. *It's better if you place them on a rack, so that the excess grease drains off while the turtle-burgers bake. It also makes the turtle shells crunchy.
- 7. Bake at 400 degrees for 35-40 minutes, depending on the size and thickness of the patties.
- 8. Remove from oven and let rest on a platter for 10 minutes prior to serving.
- 9. These a cute when served on a plate of dirty rice and surrounded by a bed of leafy green lettuce.
- 10. A little crispy-crunchy... kind of spicy... just how a good turtle-burger should be! I'm talkin' bout good, yeah!!!
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eez beats
beats7@hotmail.comThese burgers are the perfect combination of spicy and flavorful. I highly recommend them.
Ella Clarke
e65@yahoo.comI've never had turtle burgers before, but I'm so glad I tried them. They were absolutely delicious.
Javed Afridi
a.j@aol.comThese burgers were a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed them. I would just use less cayenne pepper next time.
Taco Escandon
et@aol.comI'm not a big fan of turtle meat, but these burgers were surprisingly good. The spices really helped to mask the gamey flavor.
Sheila Ridpath
ridpath-sheila15@hotmail.comThese burgers are so flavorful and juicy. I love the spices that are used.
Hunain Jatt
j94@gmail.comI've made these burgers several times and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.
Bisiriyu Abiodun
b-abiodun40@hotmail.comThese burgers are perfect for a party. They're easy to make and everyone loves them.
Bianca Marquez
b.m70@gmail.comI love the flavors in these burgers. They're so unique and delicious.
Omolara Success
success.omolara57@gmail.comThese burgers were amazing! I will definitely be making them again.
yari rolon
y_rolon@gmail.comThese burgers were a bit too salty for my taste.
Shamar Daye
ds80@gmail.comI found these burgers to be a bit dry. I think I would add some more moisture next time.
nafiz islam
i63@gmail.comThese burgers were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them. He said they were the best burgers he's ever had.
Ty Vvbb
t_v0@hotmail.comI wasn't sure what to expect, but these burgers were really good! The meat was tender and flavorful, and the spices were perfect.
Madison-Leigh Orchard
m-orchard@yahoo.comThese burgers are the best! I've made them several times and they're always a hit.
chauhan mehul
chauhan-m@gmail.comI love these burgers! They're so flavorful and juicy. I always make a double batch so I can have leftovers.
Festus Asango
f-a@yahoo.comThese burgers were so easy to make, and they turned out so well! The flavors were spot-on, and the meat was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.
Patricia Hill
hillpatricia31@hotmail.comI was a bit hesitant to try these burgers, but I'm so glad I did! They were absolutely delicious. The spices were perfect, and the meat was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making these again.
Lovepreet Singh
singh_lovepreet@hotmail.frThese turtle burgers were a hit at my party! The flavors were amazing, and the meat was so tender and juicy. I will definitely be making these again.