Best Sunnys Breakin The Fast Burger Recipes

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SUNNY'S EASY BRUSCHETTA BURGER



Sunny's Easy Bruschetta Burger image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/3 pounds ground chuck
1/4 cup grated red onion (grated on a box grater)
1/4 cup chopped fresh oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
2 ounces shaved Parmesan
2 loaves frozen garlic bread (or 8 pieces frozen Texas toast garlic bread), cooked as directed, cut into 8 bun-size circles (see Cook's Note)
4 Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup torn fresh basil
Balsamic syrup, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, add the ground chuck, onion and oregano. Sprinkle the salt evenly over the bowl and add a hefty amount of black pepper. Gently mix, divide into 4 balls and allow to dry-marinate at room temperature for 1 hour.
  • Preheat a gas grill or large griddle on high.
  • Divide each ball in half to create 8 smaller balls, then press each into a thin flat patty between 1/4 and 1/8 inch thick. The easiest way to do this is between 2 pieces of parchment paper, using a glass or rolling pin. Brush the top side of each patty with the olive oil. Add the patties oiled-side down to the grill and cook until the edges are golden, about 5 minutes. Top half of the patties with the Parmesan and cover each with another patty, creating 4 sandwiched patties. Turn off the heat and cover with aluminum foil or an upside-down metal bowl to tent for just 2 minutes.
  • Place the patties on a garlic bread round (crust-side down) and top each with some tomatoes and basil and a drizzle of balsamic syrup. Top with another garlic bread round (crust-side up) and serve.

SUNNY'S SIZZLING SUMMER BURGER



Sunny's Sizzling Summer Burger image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 burgers

Number Of Ingredients 13

Four 1-inch-thick pre-made burger patties (spring for the good stuff like Pat LaFrieda or go to your butcher)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
1 teaspoon granulated onion powder
1 teaspoon hot Hungarian paprika
8 ounces cheese sauce (I like Velveeta)
1 to 2 tablespoons dry sriracha seasoning
Butter lettuce, for serving
4 toasted burger buns, potato preferred
1/2 small red onion, sliced paper thin
1/2 cup fried jalapenos (I like French's), crushed

Steps:

  • Place the patties on a tray in one layer. Mix the salt, pepper, cumin, garlic and onion powders and paprika in a small bowl. Sprinkle on both sides of the patties and rest at room temperature for 2 hours.
  • Heat a grill to medium-high heat.
  • Add the patties to the grill and cook to desired doneness, flipping once.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together the cheese sauce and sriracha seasoning in a small saucepot. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until fully combined and hot.
  • Lay down some lettuce leaves on the bottom buns, then top with the patties, onion slices, fried jalapenos and finally the cheese sauce. Top with the top buns and serve.

SUNNY'S EASY ON YOUR BODY AND LEAN JALAPENO BURGER



Sunny's Easy On Your Body and Lean Jalapeno Burger image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef (97 percent meat, 3 percent fat)
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon salt-free Southwestern seasoning blend
Freshly ground black pepper
4 jalapenos
4 slices American cheese
4 whole wheat burger buns, warmed
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
2 cups thinly shredded iceberg lettuce
Yellow mustard (optional)

Steps:

  • For the grill: Preheat the grill to 400 degrees F or a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat.
  • Crumble the beef into a large bowl. Add the salt, seasoning blend and some pepper. Mix the beef mixture gently with your hands so as to not overmix. Just fold the ground beef, don't mush or squeeze the ingredients into the beef. Form 4 patties.
  • Place the patties and the jalapenos over the direct heat of the grill or into the cast-iron pan. Cook the patties on one side until the meat is seared and releases easily from the grill grates or pan, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip the patties and rotate the jalapenos to get them charred on both sides. Cook until desired doneness on the beef, 3 to 4 more minutes for medium-rare to medium.
  • For the toppings: Top the burgers with the cheese and transfer to a plate or sheet pan. Cover with aluminum foil for about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, remove the charred jalapenos and chop. Spread over the cheese on the burgers.
  • Squeeze mustard on both the top and bottom buns if desired. Build the burgers by topping the bottom buns with the cheeseburgers, jalapenos, a pile of red onions, a pile of lettuce and the top buns. Serve.

SUNNY'S SMOKEHOUSE BURGER



Sunny's Smokehouse Burger image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 burgers

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 pints sliced baby bella or white mushrooms
Olive oil, to drizzle
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning blend
2 teaspoons hot Hungarian paprika
2 pinches red chile flakes
Kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds (80/20) ground chuck beef
1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly cracked black pepper
Vegetable or olive oil, for cooking
8 slices white Cheddar
Peanut oil, for frying
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus 1/2 cup for dusting
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
Kosher salt
One 12-ounce lager (I like Corona) or any plain pilsner
1 Vidalia onion, sliced into 3/4-inch rings
4 brioche buns, warmed
Your favorite barbecue sauce, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Roast the mushrooms: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with nonstick aluminum foil.
  • In a large bowl, add the mushrooms, a generous drizzle of oil, Italian seasoning, paprika and red chile flakes and toss to coat. Spread the mushrooms out on the lined baking sheet. Bake until they shrink a bit and the moisture looks mostly wicked away, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove and lightly season with salt. Allow to cool a bit on the sheet, then transfer to a bowl.
  • Make the patties: In a large bowl, add the beef in chunks and sprinkle with the salt and plenty of pepper. With your less dominant hand, fold and mix the burger with your fingers stretched open like a pitchfork. Mix until just combined. Divide into 4 equal parts and make a ball out of each. Flatten to a size just a bit wider in circumference than your buns.
  • Fit a baking sheet with a rack and set aside. In a cast-iron pan or griddle on medium heat, add a bit of oil, then the patties. Cook, flipping once, until desired doneness, 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer to the baking sheet and top each with two slices of cheese. Tent with aluminum foil or cover with an upside-down metal baking dish for about 5 minutes.
  • Make the onion rings: Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F. Pour 2 inches of peanut oil in a tall pot and heat on medium-high heat until the temperature registers 350 degrees F on a deep-fry thermometer. Fit a baking sheet with a rack and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of the flour, the smoked paprika and a nice pinch of salt. Whisk in the beer until the mixture resembles a thick pancake batter. Drink the remaining beer. In a separate bowl, add and separate the rings of onion, then dust them with the remaining 1/2 cup flour, tossing with your hands to ensure that they are all coated.
  • Working in small batches so as to not overcrowd the pot, dunk the flour-coated onions into the batter, then directly into the oil. Fry until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer the onion rings to the wire rack and keep warm in the oven. Continue to fry the onion rings, allowing the oil to return to 350 degrees F before adding more.
  • Assemble burgers: Place a patty on each bun bottom, then add some mushrooms, 2 to 3 onion rings and drizzle of your favorite barbecue sauce. Top with the bun tops.

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