Stuffed Mozzarella and Chili Paste Hamburgers (Michael Chiarello) |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Ingredients:
2 pounds ground chuck |
sea salt, preferably gray sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste |
fresh mozzarella |
chili paste, chili flakes or anything hot |
1 loaf good crusty bread, cut into 4 sections |
Directions:
1. Preheat the grill. In a bowl, mix the meat. Form 4 (3-ounce) patties by using a scoop. Push them down and make little indentations in the middle to hold the flavors. Place a chunk of mozzarella and drizzle some chili paste or chili flakes on top of the mozzarella. Add a good twist of black pepper. Take another 3-ounce scoop of meat, make it flat in your hand and place right on top of the other half.
2. Take your fingers and just seal the 2 patties up and refrigerate until you are ready to grill.
3. Meanwhile: Split the pieces of bread, and pull out some of the soft center to make a hole for the burger. Place the bread face down on the grill to toast.
4. Place the burger in the bread, and top with your favorite condiments.
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