How to Cook a Deep-Fried Burger with George Motz | Burger Scholar Sessions

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain buns offer more nutrients, while white bread can be a budget-friendly option.

Heat peanut oil to around 325°F.

Form a ball of ground beef and press it out to be paper-thin using a mallet.

Dip a spatula into the hot oil and gently slide the beef patty into the oil.

Deep fry the patty until crispy and brown around the edges, which will be done in seconds.

Add a slice of cheese on top of the patty and dip it back into the oil to melt the cheese.

Assemble the burger with raw onion and pickles.

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