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| A burger can be made from just about anything--try something different using your favorite chefs' recipes. |
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| These simple tips and techniques lay the groundwork for a better burger. |
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| Think of your burger as a blank canvas. First, pick your patty and then, let the fun begin. Create a masterpiece using different fillings, condiments and breads. |
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Use different textures and flavors mixed in to the burger. These mix-ins work especially well with turkey, chicken and seafood burgers--they not only add flavor, but also moisture.
- Grated cheeses
- Barbecue sauce
- Seasoned salts and spice blends
- Fresh herbs, like basil, parsley, cilantro or sage
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- Plain yogurt (great for lean meats)
- Cooked or caramelized onions
- Finely chopped peppers--mild or hot
- Sun-dried tomatoes
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The classic California Burger is great, but sometimes you just want more than lettuce, tomato and onion. Try some of these unusual toppings to make your burgers unique.
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- Cooked, chopped, spicy sausages
- Beef broth or flavored sauce for dunking--think French Dip sandwich
- The sky is the limit with cheeses--go beyond American, cheddar and Swiss
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Hamburger buns are certainly convenient, but there is a world of other breads out there. Consider using:
- Wraps
- Tortillas
- Pitas
- Brioche
- Kaiser rolls
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- Baguettes
- Focaccia
- Lavash
- Multi-grain bread and rolls
- English muffins
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Take your burger to new levels by using different sauces. In place of the usual ketchup and mustard, try some of the following:
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Now that you've got burgers mastered, here’s what you need to complete your meal:
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