Michelin-Starred Chef's Secret to Juicy Burgers: Add Fat
Michelin-starred chef Tom Shepherd shares his top tip for restaurant-quality burgers: adding fat to the mince. A 75% meat to 25% fat ratio ensures juicy, flavourful patties.
Michelin-starred chef Tom Shepherd shares his top tip for restaurant-quality burgers: adding fat to the mince. A 75% meat to 25% fat ratio ensures juicy, flavourful patties.
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RecommendedMichelin-starred chef Tom Shepherd says the key to juicy burgers is adding fat to the mince mixture. He recommends a 75/25 meat-to-fat ratio for optimal taste and texture.
Chef Poppy O'Toole reveals a simple wet marinade to keep chicken thighs moist on the barbecue. Mix water, salt, sugar, lemon, herbs, garlic, vinegar, and lemon juice, then marinate overnight for super moist results.
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