Big Fat Burger with Gruyere, Ham, Pickled Onions, A

Name: Big Fat Burger with Gruyere, Ham, Pickled Onions, Arugula, and Garlic Mayo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon salt; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 1/4 cup water; 2 shakes hot sauce (recommended: Tabasco); 1/2 small red onion, sliced thin (preferably on mandolin); 12 ounces ground beef; 1/4 cup ham, cut into 1/4-inch dice; 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano; 1/4 cup Gruyere, cut into 1/4-inch dice; 1 large clove garlic, smashed and finely chopped; Kosher salt; 2 slices Gruyere; 2 sesame seed buns; 1/2 cup mayonnaise mixed with 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 slices beefsteak tomato; 1 cup baby arugula, washed

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup water
2 shakes hot sauce (recommended: Tabasco)
1/2 small red onion, sliced thin (preferably on mandolin)
12 ounces ground beef
1/4 cup ham, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1/4 cup Gruyere, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 large clove garlic, smashed and finely chopped
Kosher salt
2 slices Gruyere
2 sesame seed buns
1/2 cup mayonnaise mixed with 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 slices beefsteak tomato
1 cup baby arugula, washed

1
For the pickled onions: Combine the salt, sugar, vinegar, water, and hot sauce in a container with a lid.
2
Shake to incorporate everything really well.
3
Add the onions and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
4
For the burger: Preheat the grill.
5
Combine all the burger ingredients and season well with salt.
6
Form into 2 equal patties.
7
Grill each burger for about 4 minutes on each side.
8
During the last 2 minutes of grill time, top each burger with a slice of cheese.
9
Open the buns and place the inside on the grill, and grill until the bun is lightly toasted, about 1 minute.
10
To assemble: Schmear the inside of each toasted bun with the garlic mayo.
11
Place the burger patty on the bottom bun.
12
Top each burger with a few pickled onions, a tomato slice, and some arugula.
13
Top with the top half of the bun.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon salt, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 1/4 cup water, and more.

Yes, Big Fat Burger with Gruyere, Ham, Pickled Onions, Arugula, and Garlic Mayo falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Big Fat Burger with Gruyere, Ham, Pickled Onions, Arugula, and Garlic Mayo

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