Cola‑Glazed Beef Burger

Ingredients

• 800 g Minced Beef (80% lean, cold)
• to taste Salt (sea salt)
• to taste Ground Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• to taste Sweet Paprika (dried, ground)
• to taste Garlic Powder (dried, ground)
• to taste Suneli Hops (Georgian spice blend, optional)
• 1 bulb Onion (medium, finely chopped)
• 3 tsp French Mustard (Dijon‑style)
• 1 L Coca Cola (regular, unopened)
• 2 tbsp Vegetable Fat (e.g., oil or lard)
• 2 Burger Buns (sesame seed buns, split)
• 5 tsp Mayonnaise (regular)
• 2 slices Cheddar Cheese (sharp, sliced)
• 2 slices Tomato (ripe, sliced)
• 4 leaves Lettuce Leaves (iceberg or romaine, washed)

Instructions

1. Prepare Fresh Ingredients

   Finely chop the onion, slice the tomato, wash and pat dry the lettuce leaves. Set aside.

   Time: PT5M

2. Season and Mix the Meat

   In a mixing bowl combine the minced beef, chopped onion, salt, black pepper, sweet paprika, garlic powder, Suneli hops and 1 tsp French mustard. Mix gently with hands until just combined; avoid over‑mixing.

   Time: PT10M

3. Form and Chill Patties

   Divide the mixture into 2 equal portions and shape each into a patty slightly larger than the bun. Place patties on a plate, cover with plastic wrap and freeze for 15 minutes to firm up.

   Time: PT15M

4. Make Cola Glaze

   While the patties chill, pour the 1 L Coca Cola into a saucepan, add the remaining 2 tsp French mustard and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the liquid thickens to a syrupy consistency (about ¼ cup).

   Time: PT15M

   Temperature: medium heat

5. Cook the Burgers

   Heat the skillet over medium‑high heat and add the vegetable fat. When shimmering, add the chilled patties. Cook 4‑5 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 71 °C. In the last minute, place a slice of cheddar on each patty to melt.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: medium‑high heat

6. Toast the Buns

   Remove the patties and set aside. Add the split buns to the same skillet, cut side down, and toast for about 1 minute until lightly golden.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: medium‑high heat

7. Assemble the Burgers

   Spread 2 tsp mayonnaise on the bottom bun, add lettuce, tomato slice, the cheesy patty, drizzle 1‑2 tbsp of the Cola glaze, then top with the bun crown. Optionally spread a thin layer of extra French mustard on the top bun.

   Time: PT5M

8. Serve

   Serve the burgers immediately with extra glaze on the side if desired.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

1150

Protein

55 g

Carbohydrates

70 g

Fat

70 g

Fiber

3 g