Chickenburger
6 servings
60 minutes
The chicken burger is a true delight for lovers of juicy and aromatic burgers. This European cuisine option surprises with the tenderness of turkey, the spiciness of smoked brisket, and the rich flavor of crispy bacon. The history of this dish stems from the desire to create a lighter alternative to the classic hamburger. Baked patties with melted cheese are complemented by a fresh salad of crunchy vegetables, while buns lightly toasted in a toaster create the perfect balance of textures. The chicken burger is an ideal dish for family dinners or friendly picnics. Its taste is harmonious: juicy meat, tender cheese, fresh vegetables, and a slight spiciness from spices. It is best served with light sauces or fresh drinks that highlight its rich flavor. A true pleasure for gastronomy enthusiasts!
1
Cut the washed turkey fillet and smoked brisket into pieces, pass through a meat grinder (or blend) with a slice of white bread soaked in milk and onion. Then pass through the meat grinder 1-2 more times.
- Turkey fillet: 400 g
- Smoked pork belly: 200 g
- White wheat bun: 100 pieces
- Milk: 100 ml
- Onion: 1 piece
2
Salt and pepper the prepared minced meat. Mix thoroughly.
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
3
Divide the minced meat into 4 equal parts and shape each into patties.
4
Place 4 slices of bacon in a preheated skillet and fry on low heat (slightly below medium). The goal is to render as much fat from the bacon as possible, but be careful not to burn it. Tip: constantly flip the bacon to ensure it browns evenly on both sides. If too much fat is released, you can drain it. Watch closely to prevent the bacon from burning. As soon as you notice it starting to burn, reduce the heat immediately. On average, frying bacon takes 10-15 minutes, but this depends on the thickness of the slice. The finished bacon should be dark brown. Once done, wrap it in a paper towel to absorb excess fat.
- Bacon: to taste
5
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Place the patties on a rack and bake for about 15 minutes until fully cooked, but add a slice of cheese on each chicken burger 5 minutes before finishing.
- Hard cheese: to taste
6
For the chicken burger salad, wash the vegetables and greens under cold running water, then cut the vegetables into strips and chop the greens finely. Mix all the vegetables and greens, season with salt, pepper, and dress with olive oil.
- Tomatoes: 1 piece
- Fresh yellow bell pepper: 1 piece
- Cucumbers: 1 piece
- Dill: 1 bunch
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
7
Cut the buns in half and toast them in the toaster. Then lightly spread with mayonnaise.
- Bran roll: 4 pieces
- Mayonnaise: 2 tablespoons
8
Place chicken patties, bacon, and lettuce on the bottom part of the bun, then cover with the top part of the bun. The chicken burger is ready to eat.
- Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
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