Introducing the delightful “Trini” Burgers, a savory creation that tantalizes the taste buds with a fusion of flavors! This recipe, cherished from the renowned cookbook “Burger Meisters” by Marcel Desaulniers, promises a culinary adventure that beckons both burger enthusiasts and food aficionados alike to embark on a journey through taste sensations. Bursting with tropical flair and succulent ingredients, these burgers are a perfect choice for a satisfying lunch or snack option, transporting diners to paradise with each juicy bite 🍔🌴.
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3/4 cup diced onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt, to taste
- White pepper, to taste
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 4 bibb lettuce leaves
- 4 ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 8 slices papaya
- 4 burger buns
Instructions:
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Prepare the Burger Patties:
- In a spacious 5-quart stainless steel bowl, gently blend the ground beef with Worcestershire sauce, fresh thyme, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper until thoroughly combined.
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Shape the Patties:
- With a gentle touch, form the ground beef mixture into eight 4-ounce patties, each about 3/4 inch thick.
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Create Indentations:
- Using a metal spoon, create small indentations in the center of 4 beef patties.
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Prepare Cheese and Onion Mixture:
- Combine the diced onions with shredded cheddar cheese. Divide this savory mixture into 4 equal portions and place each portion into the indentations on the beef patties.
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Assemble the Burgers:
- Top the cheese and onion-filled patties with the remaining beef patties, ensuring all edges are sealed tightly to encase the flavorful filling within.
- Season the assembled burgers with salt and white pepper to enhance the taste.
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Chill the Burgers:
- Cover the burgers with plastic wrap and refrigerate until you’re ready to grill, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify.
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Grill the Burgers:
- Fire up your grill to a medium heat, whether it’s wood, charcoal, or a well-seasoned flat griddle.
- Cook the burgers to your preferred level of doneness:
- Rare: 5-6 minutes on each side
- Medium: 6-7 minutes on each side
- Well-Done: 9-10 minutes on each side
- Alternatively, you can cook the burgers in a large nonstick sauté pan over medium-high heat, following similar cooking times as grilling.
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Toast the Buns:
- While the burgers are cooking, toast the burger buns, cut side down, on the grill, griddle, or in a nonstick sauté pan until they achieve a golden brown hue, approximately 1 minute.
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Spread the Mayonnaise:
- Generously spread 1/2 tablespoon of mayonnaise onto each half of the burger buns.
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Assemble the Burgers:
- Place a bibb lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, then add a burger patty on top.
- Layer with 2 slices of tomato, 2 slices of papaya, and finally, the top half of the bun.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the “Trini” Burgers immediately, accompanied by a refreshing side of “Trini Tropical Fruit Salad” for a complete culinary experience that transports you to the tropics with every delicious bite.
Embrace the fusion of flavors and embark on a culinary journey with these “Trini” Burgers, where every ingredient harmonizes to create a symphony of taste that’s sure to delight your senses! 🌟🍔🌿
