Central Street Burgers

Juicy, seasoned burgers with a simple special sauce. Tips for patties, grilling, and swaps for lean meat.

This is a favorite of our family and friends - most consider this to be the best burger they have ever eaten.

Submitted by: Michael Woody from Lake In The Hills, IL
Yield: 4

Knead olive oil and Old World Central Street Seasoning into 1 lb ground meat; form 2 or 4 patties and press a small indent to prevent bulging.
Grill over medium-high heat, baste with Worcestershire to keep moist, flip once, and rest a few minutes. Cook beef to 160°F, turkey to 165°F.
Make the burger joint sauce by mixing mayo, relish, mustard, ketchup, and seasoning. Store sauce chilled and customize with hot sauce or honey.

Ingredients

1 pound ground chuck (or ground turkey)
1 1/2 tablespoon Old World Central Street Seasoning
2-3 tablespoons olive oil

Preparation Instructions:

1. Put the meat in a large mixing bowl and liberally drizzle it with Olive Oil.

2. Knead the olive oil into the meat.

3. Add Old World Central Street seasoning and knead once more, distributing the seasoning throughout the meat.

4. Form the meat into 2-8oz patties or 4-4oz patties, depending on your appetite.

5. Press a small indent with your finger into the patty before grilling, this keeps the burgers from plumping up too much and let's them hold their shape. (Nobody likes a burger-turned-meatball.)

6. As you are grilling, you can keep the meat extra moist by basting it with Worcestershire sauce.

Serve on toasted, buttered buns with lettuce, tomato, onions, and some *burger joint sauce.

For a simple *burger joint sauce, combine:
1 cup mayo
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
1/4 cup yellow mustard
1/3 cup ketchup
Old World Central Seasoning to taste

You can customize that sauce however you like. Try some hot sauce, honey, vinegar, and other herbs or spices. This is general idea for most every burger restaurant's "special sauce."

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I also add some extra freshly ground Tellicherry black pepper to my burgers before putting them on the grill.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much seasoning and oil do I use?

For 1 pound of meat, mix in about 1.5 tablespoons of Old World Central Street Seasoning and 2 to 3 tablespoons of olive oil. That keeps the burgers flavorful and moist.

How do I keep burgers from puffing up on the grill?

Press a small dent into the center of each patty with your finger before grilling. This helps them stay flat as they cook and prevents a meatball shape.

What temperature and time should I grill the patties?

Grill over medium-high heat. Cook 4-ounce patties about 3 to 5 minutes per side and 8-ounce patties 5 to 7 minutes per side depending on thickness. Use a thermometer: 160°F for ground beef and 165°F for ground turkey.

Can I use ground turkey instead of beef?

Yes. Ground turkey is leaner so add extra oil or a bit of finely chopped bacon or fatty ground pork for juiciness. Also be sure to cook turkey to 165°F for safety.

How do I make the burger joint sauce and how long does it keep?

Mix 1 cup mayo, 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish, 1/4 cup yellow mustard, 1/3 cup ketchup, and Old World Central Seasoning to taste. Store in the fridge in a sealed container for about 5 to 7 days.

Can I prepare patties ahead of time or freeze them?

Yes. You can form patties and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. For longer storage, freeze patties for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before cooking, or add extra cook time if grilling from frozen.

Any tips for juicy, well-seared burgers?

Do not overwork the meat when mixing. Flip the patty only once after a good sear. Baste with Worcestershire sauce while grilling to add moisture and flavor. Rest patties 3 to 5 minutes before serving.

How should I toast buns and build the burger?

Butter the buns and toast cut-side down on the grill or a hot skillet until golden. Layer lettuce, tomato, onion, the patty, and a generous spoonful of the special sauce for classic texture and flavor.

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