The Royale With Cheese Recipe
Two smashed wagyu patties with cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, and uncommon sauce
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Ingredients
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Burger Patties
Toppings
Uncommon Sauce
Buns
Method
Preparing the Patties
- 1
Forming the Patties
In a bowl, gently mix the wagyu beef with salt and black pepper. Divide the meat into two equal portions and form into loose balls. Do not overwork the meat.
- 2
- 3
Flipping the Patties
Flip the patties and place a slice of cheddar cheese on each one. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the beef is cooked to your desired doneness.
Making the Uncommon Sauce
- 4
Mixing the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, pickle relish, and smoked paprika. Stir until well mixed. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if desired.
Assembling the Burger
- 5
- 6
Building the Burger
Spread a generous amount of the uncommon sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Layer with lettuce, followed by the smashed wagyu patty with melted cheddar, tomato slices, and red onion. Top with the other half of the bun.