🍔Buy beef with a good fat content, like 80/20, for a juicy and flavorful burger.
🔪Consider grinding your own meat for a personalized blend of cuts and fat content.
📏Form your burger patty larger than the bun to account for shrinkage during cooking.
🧅Soak raw onions in ice water to tone down their harshness and add crunch.
🥬Choose butter lettuce for a crispy and beautiful lettuce topping.
Can I use a different type of meat for the burger?
—Yes, you can experiment with different cuts and fat content to create your perfect blend.
Do I have to make my own mayonnaise?
—No, you can use store-bought mayo, but making your own adds a unique flavor and freshness.
Why should I toast the bun with clarified butter?
—Toasting with clarified butter adds a rich flavor and crispy texture to the bun.
Can I skip the step of soaking onions in ice water?
—You can, but soaking them removes the harshness and adds a refreshing crunch.
What other toppings or condiments do you recommend?
—Get creative with toppings like sautéed onions, caramelized onions, or your favorite sauces and spices.
00:00Introduction and overview of the 10 expert tips for making a perfect burger.
00:37Tip 1: Buy beef with a good fat content, like 80/20, for a juicy and flavorful burger.
03:19Tip 2: Consider grinding your own meat for a personalized blend of cuts and fat content.
04:59Tip 3: Form your burger patty larger than the bun to account for shrinkage during cooking.
06:07Tip 4: Soak raw onions in ice water to tone down their harshness and add crunch.
06:36Tip 5: Choose butter lettuce for a crispy and beautiful lettuce topping.
06:57Tip 6: Season your tomatoes right before serving to avoid mushiness.
07:46Tip 7: Make your own mayonnaise for a unique flavor and freshness.
08:19Tip 8: Use clarified butter to toast your bun for a rich flavor and crispy texture.
08:37Tip 9: Keep fat and acid in mind when building your burger to create a balanced and flavorful combination.
09:20Bonus Tip: Use clarified butter for high heat cooking and flavor enhancement.
