Balkan Burger Stack
A Balkan pljeskavica—tender beef-and-pork patties cooked in a skillet, stacked with crispy bacon, melted cheese, and a tangy ajvar-mayo spread. Ready in 15 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 620
- Protein
- 48g
Ingredients
- ½ lb ground beef
- ½ lb ground pork
- 4 slices bacon
- 2 slices cheddar cheese
- 3 tbsp ajvar (roasted red pepper spread)
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
Instructions
- 1
Mix beef and pork with a pinch of salt and pepper. Form into two thin, loose patties about 5 inches wide.
- 2
Cook bacon in a skillet over medium-high until crispy, ~4 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- 3
In the same skillet, sear patties 2–3 minutes per side without moving. Tops should look deeply browned.
- 4
Lay one patty on a plate. Top with bacon, then cheese, then the second patty. Cover with a lid for 60 seconds to melt.
- 5
Stir ajvar and mayo together. Spread on a toasted bun or serve on the side as a dipping sauce.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- plate
- spoon
- lid or foil
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