Mini Surf-and-Turf Burgers

There are juicy beef patties, grilled shrimp, crispy bacon, and all the usual burger toppings in these Mini Surf-and-Turf Burgers. They take the best of both land and sea. Perfect for a burger feast with a coastal theme!

Ingredients:

• 4 small hamburger buns
• 8 ounces ground beef
• 8 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 slices of bacon
• 4 slices of cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
• 4 slices of tomato
• 4 slices of red onion
• 4 pickle slices
• Mayonnaise and ketchup for condiments

Instructions:

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat

Season the ground beef with salt and pepper, then form it into 4 small burger patties

Brush the shrimp with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and thread them onto skewers

Cook the bacon on the grill until crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels

Grill the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or to your desired level of doneness

During the last minute of grilling, top each burger patty with a slice of cheddar cheese

While the burgers are cooking, grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque

Toast the hamburger buns on the grill until lightly browned

To assemble the burgers, spread mayonnaise and ketchup on the bottom bun, then add lettuce, a burger patty with cheese, a slice of tomato, a slice of red onion, and a pickle slice

Place two grilled shrimp on top of each burger, and then top with a crispy bacon slice

Finish by placing the top bun on the stack

Serve your Mini Surf-and-Turf Burgers hot and enjoy!