Elvis Burger with Chopped Salad and Pickled Gherkin Recipe

This Elvis burger is a spicy and juicy recipe, which is made with quality beef mince and Parmesan cheese. It’s a classic burger recipe, ready in about an hour, including chilling time.

Elvis Burger Ingredients

• 1 dried red chilli
• ½ a red onion, peeled and finely chopped
• a sprig of fresh tarragon, leaves picked and chopped
• 1 large free-range egg
• a handful of breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
• a good pinch of ground nutmeg
• 400g quality beef mince
• oil, for frying
• salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cos lettuce
• 4 plum tomatoes
• 1 cucumber
• 4 ciabatta rolls
• 4 large pickled gherkins

How To Make an Elvis Burger

1. Mix the burger patties: In a pestle and mortar, grind up the dried red chilli. In a large bowl, mix the ground chilli with the chopped onion, tarragon, egg, breadcrumbs, mustard, Parmesan, nutmeg, and beef mince.
2. Shape and chill: With clean hands, shape the mixture into four patties. Place them on a plate, cover, and refrigerate for at least half an hour to allow them to firm up.
3. Cook the burgers: When you’re ready to cook, heat a frying or griddle pan until it’s very hot. Brush the pan with a little oil. Season the burgers generously with salt and pepper and cook them for about 10 minutes, turning them carefully every minute or so, until cooked to your liking.
4. Prepare the salad and buns: While the burgers cook, roughly chop the lettuce, tomato, and cucumber and mix them together in a bowl. Once the burgers are cooked, split the ciabatta rolls and toast them quickly in the hot pan.
5. Assemble and serve: Sandwich a cooked ‘Elvis’ burger between the toasted rolls. Serve immediately with the pickled gherkins and a side of the chopped salad.

Recipe Tips

• Why put Parmesan cheese in a burger? The Parmesan cheese may seem unusual, but it adds a wonderful savory, umami depth of flavor to the beef patties and helps to keep them moist.
• How do I keep my burgers from falling apart? Chilling the patties for at least 30 minutes before cooking is a crucial step. It helps them to firm up and hold their shape much better in the hot pan. Also, be careful when flipping them.
• Can I make the patties ahead of time? Yes, you can form the patties and keep them covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before you plan to cook them.
• Can I cook these on a barbecue? Absolutely. These burgers are perfect for grilling. Cook them over a medium-hot barbecue for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked to your desired doneness.

What To Serve With an Elvis Burger

This classic burger is perfect with all the traditional sides.

• French fries or chunky chips
• A creamy coleslaw
• Onion rings
• A simple side salad

How To Store Leftover Burgers

• Refrigerate: Store uncooked patties separated by parchment paper in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. Cooked leftover patties can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: You can freeze the uncooked patties for up to 3 months. Place them on a tray to freeze individually, then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag. Cook from frozen, adding extra time.

Elvis Burger Nutrition Facts

• Serving Size: 1 burger
• Calories: 550 kcal
• Fat: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 35g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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