Burger

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Burger (bʉr'gər)

A burger is a sandwich consisting of one or more cooked patties of ground meat, usually beef, placed inside a sliced bread roll or bun. The patty may be pan fried, grilled, smoked or flame broiled.

Etymology

The term "burger" is derived from the word "hamburger", which is named after the German city of Hamburg. The term was first used in the United States around the late 19th to early 20th century.

Variations

There are many variations of the burger, including but not limited to the cheeseburger, veggie burger, turkey burger, and fish burger. These variations often substitute the traditional beef patty with other ingredients such as cheese, vegetables, turkey, or fish.

Related Terms

  • Patty: A flattened, usually round, serving of ground meat or meat alternatives. The meat is compacted and shaped, cooked, and served.
  • Bun: A small, usually sweet, bread. For burgers, they are usually round and used to sandwich a patty and other ingredients.
  • Cheeseburger: A hamburger topped with cheese. The cheese is usually added to the cooking hamburger patty shortly before serving, which allows the cheese to melt.
  • Veggie Burger: A burger that uses a patty made from plants instead of meat. The patty can be made from ingredients like beans, grains, or tofu.
  • Turkey Burger: A burger that uses a patty made from ground turkey meat instead of beef.
  • Fish Burger: A burger that uses a patty made from fish or other seafood instead of beef.

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