Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsJake's Del MarChef's Burger* Recipe

Chef's Burger* Recipe

Inspired by Jake's Del Mar
Time40m
Serves1

sirloin & brisket blend, tillamook smoked cheddar, grilled onions, iceberg, tomato, special sauce, brioche bun, french fries

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Ingredients

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HUNGRY FOR LUNCH

Method

HUNGRY FOR LUNCH

  1. 1

    In a mixing bowl, gently combine the ground sirloin & brisket blend with 0.25 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper. Do not overwork; form into a patty about 3/4 inch thick.

  2. 2

    Preheat a grill or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. If using a grill, oil the grates lightly; if using a pan, heat until hot.

  3. 3

    Season the patty with a light pinch of salt and pepper. Cook on the hot surface until a deep crust forms, about 3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Flip the patty. Top with the two slices of Tillamook smoked cheddar and cover to melt for 1–2 minutes.

  5. 5

    Toast the brioche bun halves until lightly golden in the same pan or on the grill. Spread 1 tablespoon of the special sauce on the bottom bun.

  6. 6

    On the bottom bun, arrange a layer of shredded iceberg lettuce and two tomato slices.

  7. 7

    Transfer the cheese-melted patty to the lettuce-topped bottom bun. Pile on the grilled onions on top of the patty.

  8. 8

    Spread the remaining 1 tablespoon of the special sauce on the top bun and cap the burger with it.

  9. 9

    Place the assembled burger on a plate and prepare the fries: bake frozen fries in a preheated 425°F oven for 20–25 minutes until crisp; season with a pinch of salt immediately after baking.

  10. 10

    Serve the CHEF'S BURGER with the hot, crispy fries on the side and enjoy immediately.

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