Prepare the Whisky Reduction: In a small saucepan, combine Scotch whisky, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and thyme sprig. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and reduce by half, about 15-20 minutes, until syrupy. Remove thyme sprig and set aside.
Prepare the Pickled Red Onion: Quick pickle red onion slices in a mixture of vinegar, sugar, and salt for at least 30 minutes.
Form the Burger Patties: Gently combine all Burger Patties ingredients. Form into 4 thick patties. Dimple the center of each patty to prevent bulging during cooking.
Cook the Bacon: Cook bacon until crispy. Set aside on paper towels to drain.
Cook the Burgers: Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat. Sear patties for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Top with aged white cheddar during the last minute of cooking.
Assemble the Burgers: Lightly toast pretzel buns. Spread a generous amount of Whisky Reduction on both halves of each bun. Place arugula on the bottom bun, followed by the cheeseburger patty, bacon, pickled red onion, and top bun. Serve immediately.
Ingredients
4
1.5 lbs680 gWagyu ground beef
1 tbsp15 mLBone marrow
1 tsp5 mLBlack garlic paste
1/2 tsp2.5 mLSmoked sea salt
1/4 tsp1.25 mLFreshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup120 mLSingle malt Scotch whisky
2 tbsp30 mLBalsamic vinegar
1 tbsp15 mLMaple syrup
1 sprig1 sprigFresh thyme
8 slices8 slicesApplewood smoked bacon
44Artisanal pretzel buns
4 oz113 gAged white cheddar cheese
1/21/2Red onion thinly sliced and pickled
44Arugula leaves
Equipment
Cast iron skillet
Saucepan
Small bowl
Tongs
Instructions
Prepare the Whisky Reduction: In a small saucepan, combine Scotch whisky, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and thyme sprig. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and reduce by half, about 15-20 minutes, until syrupy. Remove thyme sprig and set aside.
Prepare the Pickled Red Onion: Quick pickle red onion slices in a mixture of vinegar, sugar, and salt for at least 30 minutes.
Form the Burger Patties: Gently combine all Burger Patties ingredients. Form into 4 thick patties. Dimple the center of each patty to prevent bulging during cooking.
Cook the Bacon: Cook bacon until crispy. Set aside on paper towels to drain.
Cook the Burgers: Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat. Sear patties for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Top with aged white cheddar during the last minute of cooking.
Assemble the Burgers: Lightly toast pretzel buns. Spread a generous amount of Whisky Reduction on both halves of each bun. Place arugula on the bottom bun, followed by the cheeseburger patty, bacon, pickled red onion, and top bun. Serve immediately.
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