
This Gourmet Cheeseburger is a big, fat, beautiful burger with a unique twist. It features tabbouleh with radishes and lemon, a sharp cheddar blackberry cheese sauce, and chopped cured pork shoulder mixed into the burger patty. Inspired by a food challenge, this burger combines unexpected ingredients into a delicious gourmet creation.
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Combine ground chuck or sirloin, Moore's marinade, spinach, garlic, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
Mix well and form into four burger patties.
Combine parsley, lemon juice, garlic, onion, radishes, tomato, cucumber, white vinegar, olive oil, and salt in a bowl.
Mix well and refrigerate until the burgers are ready.
Whisk flour and water together to make a slurry.
Melt butter over medium heat, add the slurry, and whisk to combine.
Add shredded cheddar, blackberries, cayenne, and whole cream.
Reduce heat to medium-low and stir until melted. Cover and keep on low heat until the burgers are done.
Pan fry or grill the burger patties until cooked to your desired doneness.
Place Bibb lettuce on the bottom half of the burger bun.
Add a layer of tabbouleh, followed by the cooked burger patty.
Top with the cheese sauce and the other half of the bun.
For a more intense flavor, let the tabbouleh sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
If you can't find smoked pork shoulder, prosciutto is a great substitute.
Use fresh blackberries for the cheese sauce to enhance the flavor.
Can I use a different type of cheese for the sauce?
Yes, you can substitute the cheddar with another sharp cheese, but the flavor profile may change.
What can I use instead of radishes in the tabbouleh?
You can omit the radishes or replace them with diced celery for a similar crunch.
Can I make the cheese sauce ahead of time?
Yes, you can make the cheese sauce ahead of time and reheat it gently over low heat before serving.
Is there a vegetarian version of this burger?
You can substitute the ground meat with a plant-based burger patty and omit the pork shoulder for a vegetarian version.
Can I grill the burger buns?
Yes, lightly grilling the buns adds a nice texture and flavor to the burger.
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