Pressed Cuban Style Burgers

Elevate your burger game with these irresistible Pressed Cuban Style Burgers, a mouthwatering fusion of classic Cuban sandwich flavors and hearty burger goodness. Made with a perfectly seasoned blend of ground beef and pork, these patties are enhanced with garlic, grated onion, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce for bold, savory flavor. Sandwiched between crispy, butter-toasted Cuban bread or soft rolls, each burger is layered with melty Swiss cheese, tangy dill pickles, and a touch of zesty yellow mustard. Pressed to perfection in a skillet or panini press, these vibrant, golden-brown burgers boast a delightful crunch and gooey, cheesy center. Perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings, they're a delicious twist on traditional burger recipes that will have everyone coming back for more.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 2 units garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup onion, finely grated
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 units soft sandwich rolls or Cuban bread, split
• 4 units Swiss cheese slices
• 0.5 cup dill pickle slices
• 0.25 cup yellow mustard
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, minced garlic, grated onion, Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 2

Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into thin, flat patties slightly larger than the size of your bread slices.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4 minutes per side, or until they are fully cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

Spread a thin layer of yellow mustard on the inner sides of the sandwich rolls or bread halves.

Step 5

Layer each sandwich with a cooked patty, a slice of Swiss cheese, and a handful of dill pickle slices.

Step 6

Close the sandwiches and lightly spread the softened butter on the outsides of the bread (both top and bottom).

Step 7

Heat a panini press or large skillet over medium heat. If using a skillet, place a heavy pan or foil-wrapped brick on top of the sandwiches to press them down.

Step 8

Cook the sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden and crisp and the cheese has melted.

Step 9

Remove the burgers from the heat and let them rest for 1-2 minutes. Slice in half and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1252.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3147.0

Total Fat 206.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 91.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 733.0mg	0%
Sodium 3606.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 142.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 18.7g
Protein 189.6g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1233.8mg	0%
Iron 21.9mg	0%
Potassium 2081.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.4%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 17.8%