Bistro Burger Recipe

Name: Bistro Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (heaping); kosher salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 large head endive, thinly shredded; 1 1/2 lbs ground chuck or 1 1/2 lbs ground turkey; 1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper; 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil; 4 slices gruyere cheese, each 1/4 inch thick; 4 brioche buns or 4 hamburger buns, split and toasted

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (heaping)
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 large head endive, thinly shredded
1 1/2 lbs ground chuck or 1 1/2 lbs ground turkey
1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
4 slices gruyere cheese, each 1/4 inch thick
4 brioche buns or 4 hamburger buns, split and toasted

1
In a bowl, whisk the vinegar and mustard together; season with salt and pepper to taste.
2
Slowly add the olive oil and whisk until emulsified.
3
Add the endive to the bowl and toss to coat; let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.
4
Divide the meat into 4 equal portions (about 6 ounces each); form each portion loosely into a 3/4 inch thick burger and make a deep depression in the center with your thumb.
5
Season both sides of each burger with salt and pepper.
6
Heat oil in a pan or griddle over high heat until the oil begins to shimmer; cook the burgers until golden brown and slightly charred on the first side, about 3 minutes for beef, 5 minutes for turkey; flip burgers over; cook until golden brown and slightly charred on the second side (4 minutes for med-rare beef, 5 minutes for turkey).
7
During last minute of cooking, cover each patty with a slice of cheese and cover with a basting cover or tent burgers with foil.
8
Place burgers on the bun bottoms and top each one with some of the endive.
9
Cover with the bun tops and serve immediately.

804

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Protein

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (heaping), kosher salt, fresh ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Bistro Burger falls under the General 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bistro Burger

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Variations & substitutions

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