A perfectly cooked beef burger patty on a fresh, soft roll with a thick, slightly melted slice of cheddar, a sliver of gherkin, caramelised onions and homemade tomato relish will leave even the most discerning of your guests with a smile on their face. Let's face it, everyone loves a good burger. But, why stick to the tried and tested recipes and combinations? 

If you are having guests over, treat them to a gourmet burger party where you serve delicious burger patties of different flavours and a range of delectable fillings. A very social way of dining, much fun will be had as ingredients are shared and different combinations are experimented with.

The patty

If you're serious about creating a fabulous burger, it is all about top-quality meat, seasoned well and grilled to perfection. Whether you are cooking your burger on the stovetop, grilling it in the oven or on the braai, you want a succulent, juicy finished product. 

First, either create your burger patties from scratch using top-quality mince, or make a selection from N1 Restaurant Suppliers. From the Pure Steak Burger, to the N1 Classic Burger, as well as the Rodeo Burger and Beef Rib Burger – N1 has you covered.

The toppings

Creamy, tangy cheddar is always a winner, so be sure you have a block for your guests to slice onto their burgers. But, to make things a bit more interesting, serve wedges of deliciously soft brie, shavings of parmesan and even thin slices of fried halloumi. 

To get the sweet and tangy flavours, that complement the cheese and the meat beautifully, serve thinly sliced sweet and sour gherkins straight from the jar, it's a classic, but you can also serve a red onion marmalade, as well as thick-cut caramelised onions to get the desired sweetness.

To add a crunch to the burgers, serve American-style beer-battered onion rings, to be topped on the burger patty, and encased in the bun.

Nothing beats creamy avocado on a burger. Serve it in slices and also create homemade guacamole with plenty of lime; this pairs beautifully with slices of cheddar and tangy tomato relish. For a taste of Greece, also create tzatziki to be paired with the fried halloumi and topped on a steak or lamb burger.

Be creative with the sauces and serve what you think will complement the flavours you have prepared for your guests. From sweet chilli sauce and classic tomato sauce, to homemade mayonnaise to hot mustard and even fig or cranberry jams, the choices are endless and exciting – go wild!

The bun

While the soft, round white burger bun has always been a favourite, there are so many fantastic options to choose from. Head down to your local artisan baker and pick up a selection of brioche – cut the rolls, lightly toast them on each side before serving them to your guests. Other options are Portuguese rolls or ciabatta, which are both best served heated. 

We hope you enjoy creating a gourmet burger party this weekend. To pick up your top-quality N1 burgers, please get in touch with one of the sales representatives.