Wagyu Cali Burger
Mirin, lime, sprouts, and avocado … California's essential flavors make for a truly memorable Wagyu Cali Burger.
Type: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
Wagyu Cali Burger
5 kaiser rolls
5 formed Imperial American Wagyu Burger patties
1 container sprouts
1 large hot house tomato (sliced)
1 pound bacon
½ pound shredded aged cheddar cheese
Avocado mayo
Burger Patties
1½ pounds Ground Wagyu Beef
2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 egg (beaten)
½ cup plain breadcrumbs
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon granulated onion
Avocado Mayo
¾ cup mayo
2 tablespoons mirin
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 avocado
½ teaspoon salt
Directions:
- To form the patties, mix all ingredients in mixing bowl until well incorporated.
- Divide mix into 5 equal patties and store in fridge until ready to cook.
- To make the avocado mayo, place all ingredients in blender and puree until smooth.
- Store in air-tight container in fridge until needed.
- Mayo will hold in cooler for 4-5 days.
- To assemble the burgers, toast buns on both sides in large cast-iron skillet and store in warm place until needed.
- Cook bacon in same skillet and set aside until needed, reserving bacon drippings to cook burger.
- Place burger patties in same skillet with reserved bacon fat and cook over medium heat.
- Cook patties for 3-4 minutes on first side and flip when browned.
- Top each patty with a generous amount of cheese and allow to cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until cooked to an internal temperature of 160F.
- Spread avocado mayo on each side of toasted bun.
- Place burger patty on bottom bun and top with bacon, tomato, and sprouts.
- Finish with top bun and plenty of napkins and enjoy.
Prepared by Imperial Wagyu Beef
