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What do you like on your burgers.

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WyrmDL

Feb 15, 2008
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#1
Heya TB :hyper:

I want to perfect the art of burgers. I got the process of preparing and cooking the patties down, or so I think. Good 80/20 ground beef, liberally seasoned with salt, onion, garlic, pepper, and lots of flour. I then pan sear the thing. Not healthy at all, but turns out great.

I haven't experimented with egg in the patty, but they don't fall apart on me, so I don't really have a need to, yet.

Now, the question is, what do you like on your burger?

What kinda bun? I love a good toasty roll on a pan.

Toppings? Lettuce, thin slice of tomato and onion, and depending on the situation, guacamole is very good to me.

Now, the important part for me... what sauce? Variations of the thousand island sauce are very good, but I enjoy honey barbeque too. Plain ketchup is a no-go for me.

Anything else? Any tips from the burger veterans?


EDIT: Forgot cheese.
 
#6
I love tomato and onion; I can take or leave lettuce. I also like mushrooms. Must have cheese! I like it mild; American or Swiss. I personally don't like sharp cheese on a burger; takes away from the meat, IMO. I like BBQ sauce with a smoky taste; good basic but strong flavor. Not too tangy or sweet, and not spicy. Bacon is always welcome!
 
#11
I'm seriously allergic to a lot of spices and add-ons that people have mentioned. I love a lot of that stuff but it makes me seriously ill. I think I will try.

Sliced lightly cooked avocado, plain fake refried beans (salt only), a bit of hot pepper sauce (peppers, vinegar and salt only. Possibly a bit of sharp cheese.

and

A second burger on top :cool:

BTW no bun but maybe a few chips and more spicy beans on the side
 
#14
I like a nice thick burger with some provolone/bleu/cheddar. Take some fresh veggies (namely the tomato) and fire roast them on the grill with the burger, and do some bacon the same way. Put the buns on the grill just long enough to get some light marking on them.

Heaven.
 
#15
WyrmDL said:
Heya TB :hyper:

I want to perfect the art of burgers. I got the process of preparing and cooking the patties down, or so I think. Good 80/20 ground beef, liberally seasoned with salt, onion, garlic, pepper, and lots of flour. I then pan sear the thing. Not healthy at all, but turns out great.

I haven't experimented with egg in the patty, but they don't fall apart on me, so I don't really have a need to, yet.

Now, the question is, what do you like on your burger?

What kinda bun? I love a good toasty roll on a pan.

Toppings? Lettuce, thin slice of tomato and onion, and depending on the situation, guacamole is very good to me.

Now, the important part for me... what sauce? Variations of the thousand island sauce are very good, but I enjoy honey barbeque too. Plain ketchup is a no-go for me.

Anything else? Any tips from the burger veterans?


EDIT: Forgot cheese.
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I think that first off, you should always start with sirloin, and because it doesn't have a lot of fat it doesn't stick together very well, so I usually add a bit of egg white. The seasonings vary from time to time, but usually involve garlic. Condiments; Catsup, Mayo, and a sliced piece of cheddar. Sometimes fresh lettuce is acceptable.

*Edit: You can also substitute olive oil for the egg whites.

This is making me hungry.

.......Sauces...? I dunno.
 
#17
I'm currently looking to open up a burger joint, here are a couple of things:

1) a light splash of Worcestershire Sauce on the burger before it hits the grill is mandatory IMO

2) have a nice big ice cube and a metal bowl or a fairly concave lid to a pot ready and after you add the cheese to the burger before pulling it off the grill toss the ice cube next to the burger and cover with the lid. trust me on this one

3) Medium Cheddar is a great middle ground cheese that will make almost anyone happy

4) a butter wash to "stamp" the bun in before tossing it on the grill at about the time you add the cheese and the ice cube gives the final product that rich buttery restaurant taste that often gets missed when cooking at home.

5) try adding a DASH of red pepper to your "rub" for just a little added kick

6) why hasn't anyone mentioned CHILI!?!? In fact some might scoff at this, but cheap Hormel style chili from a can with a little added tobasco sauce and some salt and pepper is actually pretty amazing on a well made burger.
 
#20
Grill bun beforehand. Bakery kaiser or high quality store bought. Pepperidge Farm, Martins Potato Rolls, etc.

Veggie burger
Grilled Onions
Cheddar or Swiss cheese
Lettuce
Tomato
Mustard
Sometimes a little pickle relish
 

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