Burgers are loved all over the world.
Because they taste amazing.
So, in honor of their international appeal, here are 4 different burgers inspired by France, Japan, Mexico, and North America.
1. American "Juicy Lucy" Burger
Serves 3
INGREDIENTS
American Patty
1 pound ground beef, 80% lean
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
Toppings
2 ounces cheddar cheese, sliced into 3 square chunks
1 tablespoon oil
3 hamburger buns
3 strips bacon, cooked and sliced in half
3 slices tomato
3 pieces lettuce
PREPARATION
1. Mix together the patty ingredients until evenly combined.
2. Flatten the beef into a thin layer, then place a chunk of cheddar inside, wrapping the beef completely around the cheddar. Form a patty with your hands.
3. Repeat with the remaining beef and cheese.
4. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
5. Cook the burgers for 3 minutes on the first side, flip, then cook for 6 more minutes.
6. Assemble the burgers with the bun, bacon, tomato, and lettuce.
Serve!
2. French Onion Burger
Serves 3
INGREDIENTS
French Patty
1 pound ground beef, 80% lean
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
Toppings
3 ounces comté cheese, sliced
1 tablespoon oil
3 hamburger buns
1 cup caramelized onions
1 cup arugula
PREPARATION
1. Mix together the patty ingredients until evenly combined.
2. Form the beef into a round patty.
3. Repeat with the remaining beef.
4. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
5. Cook the burgers for 3 minutes on the first side, flip, and place the slice of comté on top.
6. Cook for 6 more minutes.
7. Assemble the burgers on the buns with caramelized onions and arugula.
Serve!
3. Japanese Rice Burger
Serves 3
INGREDIENTS
Rice Bun
2 cups cooked white rice
Cooking spray
1 tablespoon oil
Japanese Patty
1 pound ground beef, 80% lean
½ onion, finely chopped
½ cup panko bread crumbs
1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
Toppings
1 cup demi-glace or beef gravy
3 fried eggs
⅓ cup green onions, thinly sliced
PREPARATION
1. Press ⅓ cup of rice into the bottom of a greased 1 cup measure, then remove. Repeat with the rice until you have 6 buns.
2. In a pan over medium-high heat, fry the buns until lightly browned on both sides.
3. Set aside on a paper towel.
4. Mix together the the patty ingredients until evenly combined.
5. Form the beef into 3 patties.
6. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
7. Cook the burgers for 3 minutes on the first side, flip, then cook for 6 more minutes.
8. Assemble the burgers with the rice buns, beef gravy, egg, and green onions. scallions.
Serve!
4. Mexican Chorizo Burger
Serves 3
INGREDIENTS
Mexican Patty
1 pound ground beef, 80% lean
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chili powder
⅓ pound ground chorizo
Toppings
3 ounces manchego cheese, sliced
1 tablespoon oil
3 hamburger buns
½ cup guacamole
⅓ cup pico de gallo
⅓ cup cotija cheese
¼ cup sour cream
PREPARATION
1. Mix together the patty ingredients until combined.
2. Form the beef mixture into 3 round patties.
3. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
4. Cook the burgers for 3 minutes on the first side, flip, and place a slice of manchego cheese on top.
5. Cook for 6 more minutes until the cheese is melted.
6. Assemble the burgers on the buns with guacamole, cotija, pico de gallo, and sour cream.
Serve!
Watch a video that shows you how to make all four burgers:
