Deep-Fried Turkey Bacon Cheeseburger (Print-Friendly Version)
Juicy ground beef, cheddar, and turkey bacon wrapped in a crispy cornmeal coating—perfect for snacking.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Beef Filling
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1 pound ground beef
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and chopped
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ Batter
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup yellow cornmeal
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup buttermilk
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1 large egg
→ For Assembly
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8 wooden skewers
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Vegetable oil for frying
# How to Make It:
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In a bowl, season ground beef with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until evenly combined.
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Flatten portions of beef mixture and place a pinch of shredded cheddar cheese and chopped turkey bacon in the center of each. Encase the filling by folding the beef around the cheese and bacon, forming sausage shapes.
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Insert a wooden skewer into each beef sausage. Arrange on a tray and freeze for 30 minutes until firm.
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In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add buttermilk and egg, mixing until a smooth batter forms.
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Pour vegetable oil into a deep fryer or large pot and heat to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Dip each chilled beef skewer into the batter, ensuring a complete and even coating.
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Carefully lower coated skewers into the hot oil. Fry in batches for 4 minutes or until golden brown and crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Allow skewered beef to chill thoroughly before battering to maintain firm structure during frying.