Food Republic: The Secret Ingredient You Wouldn't Expect For The Juiciest Burgers
Food Republic recently featured an article highlighting a unique tip from Chef David "Fig" Figueroa, grill expert and co-founder of Melinda's Foods. Chef Fig recommends incorporating sour cream into your ground beef mixture to enhance burger juiciness. He explains that sour cream acts as a "moisture-locking magic trick," retaining water and fat while adding a subtle tang that enriches the beef's flavor. He advises using about a tablespoon of sour cream per pound of ground beef to achieve optimal results without compromising the patty's structure.
Read the full article here: The Secret Ingredient You Wouldn't Expect For The Juiciest Burgers
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