Using Pickles in

Hamburgers

Pickles are a burger’s best friend, adding a tangy crunch that perfectly complements the savory flavors of the beef, cheese, and condiments. Whether you prefer classic dill, sweet bread-and-butter, or even spicy varieties, pickles bring a pop of flavor that enhances the entire burger experience. Here are some tips for using pickles to take your hamburger to the next level.

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Tips

  • For a Show-Stopping Burger, sauté onions, then stir in mild pickled peppers, mushrooms, and a dash of salt. Mix half of this flavorful blend into the ground beef before cooking, and use the rest as a topping for the finished burgers.
  • For the calorie-conscious, offer Skinny Burgers—ground chicken or turkey patties served without the bun on a bed of fresh mixed greens. Top them with sautéed mushrooms, onions, and bold pickled peppers, and serve with a scoop of cottage cheese.
  • Give your burgers a Mid-Eastern Twist by mixing ground beef with dill pickle liquid, shaping into patties, and browning them. For a unique dressing, combine chopped dill pickles, plain yogurt, and sesame seeds. Serve the patties in a pita with lettuce and tomato slices.

Spice up your menu with a Southwestern Burger by topping a juicy ground beef patty with tangy salsa, fiery pickled jalapeno rings, and melted jack cheese.

Delicious hamburger with French fries and fresh vegetables on a sleek slate plate.
  • Your customers will be clamoring for sizzling Pizza Burgers, topped with tomato sauce, hot pickled pepper rings, and grated mozzarella cheese.
  • Turn a regular burger into a Reuben with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Russian dressing.
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