🍔🔥 The Ultimate Dirty-Carnivore-Crack Burgers
Not for the faint-hearted! These burgers are rich, cheesy, smoky, and dripping with flavor. Strict carnivores, look away — this is dirty carnivore goodness at its best. Juicy ground chuck is loaded with cheddar, sour cream, bacon, and a dollop of dirty ranch dressing, creating a burger that feels more like a full-on food event than just a meal.
📝 Ingredients Needed
- 1 lb (450g) ground chuck
- 3 tbsp sour cream
- 2 tbsp homemade dirty carnivore ranch dressing (sour cream + cream + herbs/spices)
- ¼ cup crispy bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prep the Meat Base
- In a bowl, mix ground chuck, sour cream, shredded cheddar, and half the bacon crumbles. Season with salt and pepper.
- Form Patties
- Shape into 3–4 thick burger patties.
- Cook
- Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high. Cook burgers 3–4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked to your liking.
- Dirty Ranch Drizzle
- During the last minute of cooking, spoon some ranch dressing over each patty so it melts slightly.
- Top & Serve
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with the remaining bacon, and serve hot — no bun required, just pure dirty carnivore indulgence.
⏱ Time
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
➡️ Total Time: 12 minutes
🍽 Servings
Makes 3–4 burgers
🔢 Nutrition (per burger, approx. if 4 made)
- Calories: 480
- Fat: 38g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbs: 1g (trace from dairy)
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
💡 Notes & Tips
- For extra crispiness, sear the patties in bacon grease instead of oil.
- Add a slice of cheese on top for that classic “cheese pull” effect.
- For meal prep, make a double batch and reheat in a skillet.
- Strict carnivores can omit ranch and sour cream and just go heavy on cheese + bacon.
- Great with a side of carnivore crack (crispy pork rind chips).
🌿 Benefits
- High-fat, high-protein: Perfect for satiety and energy.
- Rich in collagen & minerals: Thanks to bacon and beef.
- Quick & easy: Ready in 12 minutes, beginner-friendly.
- Satisfies cravings: Combines creamy, crispy, cheesy textures in one bite.
❓ Q/A
Q: Can I use ground beef instead of chuck?
A: Yes, but chuck has the ideal fat ratio (80/20) for juicy burgers.
Q: What makes it “dirty carnivore”?
A: The use of ranch dressing, sour cream, and seasonings goes beyond strict carnivore. It’s indulgent and a little “dirty.”
Q: Can I cook these in the air fryer?
A: Absolutely — 375°F (190°C) for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway.
Q: Do they store well?
A: Yes! Keep leftovers in the fridge for 3–4 days. Reheat in a skillet or oven for best texture.