How to prepare mouth-watering homemade burgers

Burgers are essential in most households who are in the mood for a quick, delicious meal with a side of hand-cut potato fries or a tossed salad. The secret is in the patty. You could play around with a double-decker if you're in a bigger-the-better mood or enjoy a staple chicken fillet burger. Though, nothing beats the original beef burger. And the secret is out; with Freddy Hirsch's impeccably good spices for burgers and with our range of sauces and equipment, a burger is only a sprinkle away.

Chicken burgers with a twist

Say goodbye to dry, dull, overcooked burgers and bite into a heavenly-spiced chicken patty with these homemade burger hacks and our selection of spices that are guaranteed to upgrade your Friday night meals. Once you have prepared your chicken fillets, it is best to tenderise them so that they aren't bulky and overpowering on your burger. Next comes the fun part, adding flavour! You will be spoilt for choice with our collection of spicing and marinating options. However, our recommendation is to delight your senses with the Chicken Burger spice notes of onion, herbs and pepper. Suppose it's a saucy fillet you're after; baste your chicken breast with our What's Cooking Roast Chicken Marinade. Once you have braaied your chicken fillets, prepare your burger with fresh buns, and complete your chicken burger with slices of avo, caramelised onions and bacon bits for added crunch.

Beef burgers

Once you have your A-grade lean beef mince, using a bowl, mix the mince with Rustler Gourmet Beef Burger spice or Patti Burger spice; both of these spices perfectly complement a beef patty with their notes of onion and coriander, which is richly infused with the beef and makes for a tasty combination. After spicing, delicately roll them into mince balls. Once this is done, shape them into patties of your desired size. Flatten them and baste with olive oil on both sides of the patties before you place them on the braai. A burger of such a high calibre deserves the royal treatment. Once you assemble your burgers, consider complementing this meal with a three-cheese white sauce, toasted buns, some fresh rocket and tomato.

Pro patty-maker

Have you found yourself Googling gourmet burgers for one, or how to make a burger patty at home recipes? Well, say goodbye to those worries because, with Freddy Hirsch, you will find the inspiration and the confidence to whip up your gourmet burgers from the comfort of your home. If you are not interested in shaping your burger patties, try your hand at our collection of 100mm hamburger patty makers. These cast aluminium machines will make for the perfect statement piece in your kitchen, butchery or business. Buy a must-have hand-operated or swing patty machine. These easy-to-use devices are the ideal tool for burger lovers. Before you place your mince into the burger maker, infuse it with some essential herbs and spices to your desired specifications, such as the Highnoon Burger spice, which is rich with a strong spicy flavour and the great beef and coriander taste that compliments a burger so well. Or, the Rodeo Burger spice is the best combination of simplistic and extraordinary; this savoury spice is blended with prominent hints of onion and white pepper and will give your burger the added richness it deserves. A recommended tip when adding your spice for your patties would be to add some olive oil or even a little butter to lock in the goodness and avoid it from drying out.

Final Words

Nothing is boring about a burger made with the freshest ingredients, spiced and marinated to perfection and perfectly complemented with restaurant-quality trimmings and toppings.