Nusret Etmek, famously known as Salt Bae, is a Turkish chef and restaurateur. His signature cheeseburger is a popular item on the menu at his restaurants. Here’s a recipe to make Salt Bae’s signature cheeseburger at home:
*Ingredients:*
For the patties:
– 500g ground beef (80/20 or 70/30 lean to fat ratio works best)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 teaspoon paprika
– 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
For the cheese:
– 4 slices of Turkish kasar cheese (or cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
For the buns:
– 4 Turkish-style buns (or brioche or pretzel buns)
For the toppings:
– Lettuce
– Tomato
– Onion
– Pickles
– Salt Bae’s signature sauce (see below)
*Salt Bae’s Signature Sauce:*
– 1 cup mayonnaise
– 1/4 cup ketchup
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
*Instructions:*
*Patty Preparation:*
1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well.
2. Divide the mixture into 4 equal parts and shape into patties.
3. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
*Grilling:*
1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. Grill patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked to desired doneness.
3. Let rest for 5 minutes.
*Assembly:*
1. Toast buns on the grill or in a toaster.
2. Spread Salt Bae’s signature sauce on the bottom bun.
3. Add a cooked patty.
4. Top with cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles.
5. Place the top bun.
*Salt Bae’s Dramatic Presentation:*
1. Hold the burger vertically and slice in half.
2. Arrange on a platter or individual plates.
3. Drizzle with signature sauce in a circular motion.
4. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
*Tips:*
– Use high-quality ground beef and cheese.
– Adjust the amount of spices to your taste.
– To achieve Salt Bae’s signature presentation, practice makes perfect!
– For an authentic Turkish experience, serve with Turkish tea or coffee.
*Variations:*
– Add sliced Turkish sucuk (spicy sausage) or pastirma (cured beef) to the burger.
– Use different types of cheese, such as Turkish beyaz peynir or feta.
– Experiment with various toppings, such as grilled halloumi or mushrooms.
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