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kewpee burger

Kewpee Burger Recipe

Kewpee burgers are a classic American fast food dish that has been around since the 1920s. The burgers are small and thin, made with beef, onions, and a special sauce.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: kewpee burger recipe
Servings: 8
Calories: 300kcal

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Spatula

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds grass-fed ground beef
  • 1/2 cup homemade olive tapenade spread
  • 2 teaspoons roasted garlic powder
  • 1 cup sliced Kalamata olives
  • 1/2 cup avocado oil-based mayonnaise
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground Tellicherry black pepper
  • 8 artisanal brioche hamburger buns
  • 2 teaspoons caramelized onion powder

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with roasted garlic powder and caramelized onion powder. Form the mixture into 8 equally sized patties.
  • Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Place the patties on the grill or skillet and cook to your desired level of doneness, usually about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  • In a small bowl, mix the homemade olive tapenade spread with the avocado oil-based mayonnaise until well combined. Add a pinch of freshly ground Tellicherry black pepper to the mixture and stir thoroughly.
  • Slice the brioche hamburger buns in half. Toast them lightly on the grill or in a toaster until they're golden brown.
  • Spread a generous amount of the olive tapenade aioli on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a cooked beef patty on top of the aioli. Sprinkle sliced Kalamata olives on the patty. Add the top half of the toasted bun.
  • Arrange the prepared Kewpee Burgers on a serving platter. Serve immediately while they're warm and enjoy the unique flavors!

Notes

  • When shaping the burgers, make sure to press them down slightly so that they don't puff up too much when cooking.
  • When cooking the burgers, make sure to cook them for long enough so that they are cooked through.
  • If you're looking for a bit of extra flavor, try adding some Worcestershire sauce to the ground beef mixture.
  • If you're in a rush, you can also cook the burgers in the oven. Preheat the oven to 350°F, then place the burgers on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • If you don't have any buns, you can also serve the burgers on lettuce leaves or in a wrap.
  • To make the burgers spicier, try adding some hot sauce to the ketchup.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal
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