Jean-Georges's Grilled Burgers with Asian Pickles

Name: Jean-Georges's Grilled Burgers with Asian Pickles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup rice vinegar; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 Thai green chile, halved lengthwise; 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 small seedless cucumber, peeled and sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick (1 cup); 1/2 cup ketchup; 1/3 cup mayonnaise; 2 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped cornichons; 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon white miso paste; 1 teaspoon Sriracha chile sauce; Salt; 2 pounds ground beef chuck, formed into four 1 1/2-inch-thick patties; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 kaiser rolls, toasted; 4 large Boston lettuce leaves; 4 slices of beefsteak tomato

Servings: persons

1/2 cup rice vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 Thai green chile, halved lengthwise
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 small seedless cucumber, peeled and sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick (1 cup)
1/2 cup ketchup
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped cornichons
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon white miso paste
1 teaspoon Sriracha chile sauce
Salt
2 pounds ground beef chuck, formed into four 1 1/2-inch-thick patties
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 kaiser rolls, toasted
4 large Boston lettuce leaves
4 slices of beefsteak tomato

1
In a saucepan, bring the vinegar, sugar, salt and chile to a boil.
2
Remove from the heat and let cool.
3
Add the lime juice and pour the brine over the cucumber slices.
4
Press the cucumber slices down into the liquid with a small plate and place a can on the plate; let stand at room temperature for 4 hours.
5
In a bowl, combine the ketchup with the mayonnaise, cornichons, shallots, vinegar, miso and Sriracha and season with salt.
6
Light a grill.
7
Season the patties with salt and black pepper and grill over high heat, turning once, until the burgers are charred outside and medium-rare within, about 6 minutes.
8
Spread the Russian dressing on the rolls and cover with the lettuce and tomatoes.
9
Top with the burgers and pickles; serve.

825

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Fat

Carbs

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

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup rice vinegar, 3 tablespoons sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 Thai green chile, halved lengthwise, and more.

Yes, Jean-Georges's Grilled Burgers with Asian Pickles 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!