The Story Behind the Burger
This pub-style burger emerged from London's gastropub revolution in the early 2000s.
The Spotted Pig in NYC perfected it for American audiences.
Today, Father's Office in LA makes what many consider the ultimate beer-battered burger, though London's Hawksmoor gives them serious competition.
⏲️ Prep Time: 25 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 2 burgers
📋 Difficulty: Advanced
Ingredients
For the Burgers:
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20)
- 2 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 brioche buns
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
For the Beer Batter:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dark beer (stout or porter)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large onion, sliced into rings
For the Malt Vinegar Aioli:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons malt vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Mix beer batter, let rest 15 minutes.
- Heat oil to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice onion into ¼-inch rings.
- Dip in batter, fry until golden (2-3 minutes).
- Season onion rings immediately with salt.
- Cook seasoned patties 4-5 minutes per side.
- Add cheese in final minute.
- Stack with onion rings and aioli.
Pro Tip from Andrej The Chef
"The beer choice matters more than you'd think. I tested 17 different beers before landing on the perfect one – a rich porter works best. The malt and roasted notes in the beer create a deeper flavor in the batter. And always make extra onion rings – they'll disappear faster than you expect."
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