Steak Burger
2 servings
20 minutes
The steak burger is a true gastronomic celebration that combines the juiciness of steak with the convenience of a classic burger. Its history traces back to European cuisine, where the art of meat preparation has been perfected. Tender filet mignon seared to a crispy crust retains its natural juiciness, while the aroma of smoked paprika and barbecue sauce adds rich flavor. The balance of fresh vegetables—tomatoes, cucumbers, and romaine lettuce—refreshes each bite, and melted Maasdam cheese adds creaminess and softness. A crispy bun toasted to a golden crust completes the composition, making this burger an ideal choice for both cozy dinners and festive gatherings. This burger is a masterful blend of simplicity and sophistication that captivates from the first bite.
1
Barbecue sauce: slice the onion into strips, fry it in vegetable oil, add tomato paste, paprika, salt, vinegar, mix everything, and remove from heat.
- Onion: 1 head
- Vegetable oil: 10 ml
- Tomato paste: 1 tablespoon
- Smoked paprika (pimenton): 1 teaspoon
- Balsamic vinegar: 1 teaspoon
2
Prepare the filling: slice cucumber and tomato into thin rings, tear the lettuce leaf to fit the bun.
- Pickled cucumbers: 1 piece
- Tomatoes: 1 piece
- Romano lettuce: 1 bunch
3
Meat: grill or sear a whole piece (along the fibers to the grilling surface) on high heat for 2 minutes on each side, turning without piercing it, until a crust forms. Remove from heat and let the meat 'rest' for 1-2 minutes, then slice with a sharp knife.
- Loin fillet: 200 g
4
Cut the buns in half, place the bottom halves cut side down on a dry skillet and toast over medium heat for about 1 minute until golden brown, then remove from heat for assembling the burger and place the top halves cut side down in the skillet.
- Bread roll (bun): 1 piece
5
Place a slice of cheese the size of the bun on the hot bottom bun, then add tomato slices, cucumbers, the prepared meat, sauce on top, a lettuce leaf, a slice of cheese, and cover with the hot top bun.
- Maasdam cheese: 80 g
- Tomatoes: 1 piece
- Pickled cucumbers: 1 piece
- Loin fillet: 200 g
- Tomato paste: 1 tablespoon
- Romano lettuce: 1 bunch
- Maasdam cheese: 80 g