Black Forest Burger (schwarzwälder Burger)
The Black Forest Burger, or Schwarzwälder Burger in German, is a delicious and hearty dish from Hamburg cuisine. This burger is inspired by the flavors of the famous Black Forest region in Germany, featuring a juicy beef patty topped with savory Black Forest ham, melted Swiss cheese, and a tangy cherry compote.
Ingredients
- 4 beef burger patties
- 4 slices of Black Forest ham
- 4 slices of Swiss cheese
- 1 cup cherry compote
- 4 hamburger buns
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 tomato slices
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the beef patties with salt and pepper, then cook them on a stovetop grill or in a skillet until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of Swiss cheese on each patty to melt.
- Toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
- Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf and a tomato slice on the bottom bun, followed by the cooked patty with melted cheese, a slice of Black Forest ham, and a spoonful of cherry compote.
- Top with sliced red onion and the top bun.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Fat
- 35g
Supplies
Grill or skillet Toaster
Tools
Spatula Tongs Knife
Serving suggestions
Serve the Black Forest Burger with a side of crispy fries and a refreshing German beer for an authentic experience.
Tips & tricks
For an extra flavor boost, you can add a dollop of horseradish sauce to the burger before serving.
Cost
$20