Best 2 Zinfandel Burgers Recipes

**Taste the Bold Fusion of Zinfandel and Beef: Discover a Unique Burger Experience**

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey like no other. Embark on a flavor adventure where juicy beef patties bask in a robust bath of Zinfandel wine, creating a symphony of taste that will leave you craving more. Indulge in a selection of delectable Zinfandel burger recipes that cater to every palate. From the classic Zinfandel burger, boasting a perfectly seasoned patty complemented by caramelized onions and melted cheese, to its sophisticated cousin, the Zinfandel-braised short rib burger, featuring tender slow-cooked short ribs nestled between toasted buns, each recipe promises a unique gustatory experience.

For those seeking a vegetarian delight, the Zinfandel veggie burger offers a satisfying plant-based alternative, bursting with flavors and textures. And if you're craving a taste of the sea, the Zinfandel salmon burger combines succulent salmon fillets with a zesty Zinfandel glaze, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to highlight the exceptional taste of Zinfandel wine, transforming ordinary burgers into extraordinary culinary masterpieces.

Let's cook with our recipes!

NAPA VALLEY BASIL-SMOKED BURGERS

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Provided by Food Network

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

2/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons prepared basil pesto
2 pounds ground sirloin
1/4 cup Zinfandel
1/4 cup lightly packed minced fresh basil
1/4 cup minced red onion
1/4 cup fresh Italian bread crumbs
8 sun-dried tomatoes packed in olive oil, finely chopped
2 teaspoons garlic salt
Vegetable oil, for brushing on the grill rack
8 large fresh basil sprigs, moistened with water, for grilling
6 large seeded sandwich rolls, split
6 slices Monterey Jack cheese
6 red leaf lettuce leaves
6 (1/4-inch-thick) large tomato slices
6 paper-thin red onion slices, separated into rings
6 fresh basil sprigs, for serving

Steps:

• Pairs well with Sutter Home Zinfandel.
Prepare a medium-hot fire in a charcoal grill with a cover, or preheat a gas grill to medium-high.
To make the mayonnaise, combine the ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Cover and refrigerate until needed.
To make the patties, combine the sirloin, Zinfandel, basil, onion, bread crumbs, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic salt in a large bowl. Handling the meat as little as possible to avoid compacting it, mix well. Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and form the portions into patties to fit the rolls.
When the grill is ready, brush the grill rack with vegetable oil. Toss the moistened basil sprigs directly onto the fire. Place the patties on the rack, cover, and cook, turning once, until done to preference, 5 to 7 minutes on each side for medium. During the last few minutes of cooking, place the rolls, cut side down, on the outer edges of the rack to toast lightly. During the last minute of cooking, top each patty with a cheese slice.
To assemble the burgers, spread the mayonnaise over the cut sides of the rolls. On each roll bottom, place a lettuce leaf, a patty, a tomato slice, an onion slice, and a basil sprig. Add the roll tops and serve.

ZINFANDEL BURGERS

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Take your hamburgers up a notch with this recipe for hamburgers with Zinfandel wine. This recipe is from the July newsletter at this site: http://www.cheers2wine.com.

Provided by chocolate-addiction

Categories Meat

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 lbs low-fat lean ground beef
1/4 cup zinfandel, save rest of bottle to drink with meal
1/4 cup minced red onion
1/4 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
8 sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
2 teaspoons garlic salt
6 large hamburger buns with sesame seeds
2/3 cup mayonnaise
6 slices monterey jack cheese
2 tablespoons prepared basil pesto
red leaf lettuce
6 slices tomatoes
6 thin red onion rings
8 fresh basil sprigs (for adding to briquets)

Steps:

Prepare grill for cooking.
In a medium bowl combine the following: hamburger, Zinfandel, minced basil, minced onion, bread crumbs, sundried tomatoes, and garlic salt.
Divide the hamburger into 6 portions and shape into round patties.
Spray the grill with canola oil.
Toss the basil sprigs onto the coals.
Grill hamburger patties until done (5 to 8 minutes approximately on each side).
During the last minute of cooking top each hamburger with a slice of cheese.
Mix mayonnaise and basil pesto and spread some of this mixture onto each of the toasted hamburger buns.
Assemble lettuce, hamburger, tomato slice and onion slices onto each bun.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 955.7, Fat 52, SaturatedFat 20, Cholesterol 195.1, Sodium 1181.4, Carbohydrate 53, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 10.1, Protein 64.4

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your burgers.
Don't overwork the meat. Mixing it too much will make the burgers tough.
Season the meat well. Use a generous amount of salt and pepper, and add other spices to your taste.
Cook the burgers over medium heat. This will help them cook evenly without burning the outside.
Don't flip the burgers too often. Flipping them too much will make them dry and tough.
Let the burgers rest before serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making them more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Zinfandel burgers are a delicious and unique twist on the classic burger. The wine adds a subtle sweetness and complexity of flavor to the meat, and the grilled onions and cheese complement the flavors perfectly. These burgers are sure to be a hit at your next cookout!

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