Housemade Yak Burger Recipe
Locally raised Alaskan yak has a delicate juicy flavor. Housemade burger topped with caramelized onions, applewood smoked bacon, smoked Gouda cheese, with lettuce, tomato, onion, mustard, pickles, and mayo on a pretzel bun. Served with tots.
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Ingredients
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Burger Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients
Gather all the ingredients and slice the tomato, onion, and pickles.
Cook the Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the applewood smoked bacon until crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Form the Yak Patties
In a mixing bowl, take the ground Alaskan yak meat and form it into two equal patties. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cook the Yak Burgers
In the same skillet, cook the yak patties over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness.
Add Cheese
In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of smoked Gouda cheese on each patty and cover to melt.
Toast the Buns
While the burgers are finishing, lightly toast the pretzel buns in a separate skillet or under a broiler.
Prepare the Tater Tots
Heat tater tots according to package instructions until crispy.
Serve
Serve the yak burger with a side of crispy tater tots.
