But I must say they were the 'perfect' combination as the Filipino 'salty buns' were slightly crusty compared to the normal soft commercial buns.For a AWEsome burger, not only do you need a great burger bun but also a good meat patty. So when I saw the recipe at HHB, I just knew the technique described there would ensure that I get the perfect juicy hamburger!!! You know how it is, dry and overcooked meat patties - can't be saved, even with a great bun.
Japanese hamburger recipe
Adapted from HHB
About 400g plus ground beef (preferably not too lean)
1 onion, finely chopped and sautéed with some butter
1 egg, beaten
1/2 tsp salt
4 tbsp breadcrumbs (or more depending how 'wet' your mixture is)
3 tbsp milk
1/4 cup of finely grated parmesan cheese
Herbs added a little mint, oregano and dill (adjust accordingly to what you like)
Garnishing – salad leaves, raw onions, pickles, cheese, cucumber and tomato
Sauces – mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, tartar sauce or a combination of all!! :)
- Mix all ingredients together.
- Divide meat mixture equally into 5 and shape into round patties with hand.
- Refrigerate patties covered for at least 45 min or until you ready to cook them.
- Pan fry with a little oil 1-2 min one side over medium heat.
- Turn over and lower heat and fry for 7-8 mins with lid on. Check meat are evenly brown and if require, check doneness of meat.
- Butter buns both side and pan fry lightly for 1-2 mins (optional).
- Place cheese on top of bun followed by the cooked burger.
Side note - Best to flatten the hamburger meat more (but need to adjust cooking time accordingly then). Next time, will create the home gourmet version of the 'Big Mac' with two meat patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions on a sesame seed bun. Mine were on the plum side (even though I was quite pleased with them) - but can be a little intimidating, unless you have a big mouth!!! But then, that's why its called the 'ultimate' isn't it?? Ha ha
2 comments:
nice burgers.. I like them made like this... Tall, thick patties, and with sesame seeds :)
Jude, because they were rather 'plum' the petite mouths had to eat them as open sandwiches!! ButI must confess that there is nothing more satisfying that a hearty thick saucy burger with the works! :)
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