Grill, Chill, And Repeat
Time to sink your teeth into the real deal! Our German-style burger, with its creamy Emmental cheese and zesty German mustard, gives a tasty tip of the hat to its origins while bringing a dash of authentic pizzazz to your plate.
Ingredients
- For the Patties:
- 500g (1 lb) ground beef (preferably 80% lean, 20% fat)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon German mustard
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- For the Toppings:
- Pretzel buns (store-bought or homemade)
- Slices of Emmental cheese (or Swiss cheese)
- A cup sauerkraut drained
- 4 tablespoons German-style mustard
- 4 tablespoons ketchup (optional)
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional)
- 4 tablespoons caramelized onions (optional, for added sweetness and depth)
- Instructions:
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, bread crumbs, and German mustard. Season with salt and black pepper.
Mix until well combined but avoid over-mixing to keep the patties tender.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb.
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium doneness, or longer if desired. Add a slice of cheese on top of each patty during the last minute of cooking to melt.
Lightly toast the pretzel buns on a skillet or grill until they are golden brown.
Spread a layer of German-style mustard on the bottom half of each pretzel bun.
Add a layer of sauerkraut on top of the mustard.
Place the cooked beef patty with melted cheese on top of the sauerkraut.
If desired, add a spoonful of caramelized onions for extra flavor.
Spread ketchup and/or mayonnaise on the top half of the bun, if using.
Close the burger with the top bun.
Serve these burgers hot and sizzle with your favorite sides! The pretzel buns bring a fun twist, perfectly complementing the zesty sauerkraut and juicy patty. It’s a flavor party you won’t want to miss!
From the August 2024 issue of FHM India.
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