Justine’s Special Burger Recipe

Burger Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Cucumber Salad

   Thinly slice the cucumber and toss it with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Set aside to marinate.

2. 2

   Make the Harissa Mayo

   In a small bowl, mix the harissa paste with mayonnaise until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.

3. 3

   Cook the Patties

   Divide the ground beef into two equal portions. Form into loose balls and season with salt and pepper. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and add a bit of oil. Once hot, place the balls in the skillet and smash them down with a spatula to form thin patties. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until a nice crust forms.

4. 4

   Assemble the Burger

   On the bottom half of the brioche bun, spread a layer of harissa mayo. Place the first patty, followed by lettuce, tomato slices, cucumber salad, and crumbled Bulgarian feta. Add the second patty on top and finish with more harissa mayo before closing with the top bun.

5. 5

   Serve

   Serve the burger immediately with extra cucumber salad on the side.