Italian Stallion Burger
4 ozSteak Patty
1 tspBurger Spice Blend, Sub Recipe
1 eaCiabatta Roll
1 ozPepper Rings Hot or Mild
2 ozGiardiniera Mix, Sub Recipe
1 eaProvolone Cheese
1 ozLitehouse® Basil Pesto Aioli
BURGER SPICE BLEND, SUB RECIPE½ tspGround Black Pepper
1 tspKosher Salt
1 tspBrown Sugar
1 tspGarlic
1 tspOnion Granulated
1 tspCumin
1 tspChili Powder
½ tspDry Mustard
GIARDINIERA MIX, SUB RECIPE1 ozRed Peppers Small diced
1 ozCauliflower Rice
1 ozCarrots Small diced
1 ozCelery Small diced
½ ozSerrano Peppers
½ ozGreen Pitted Olives
Directions
BURGER SPICE BLEND
Mix all the ingredients until evenly blended, then place in the spice shaker and use for service.GIARDINIERA MIX
Place the red peppers, cauliflower, carrots, celery, serrano peppers, olives, pepper rings, and salt in plastic container. Cover the ingredients with water and let marinate overnight in cooler.In the mixing bowl, combine the Italian dressing and red wine vinaigrette, then set the dressing mix aside.Drain the veggies, add them back into the container and toss evenly with the dressing mix.ITALIAN STALLION BURGER
Season the steak burger on both sides and place on the grill or flat top. Cook the burger patty 3-6 minutes on per side until appropriate temp is reached: Rare: 120-125°F, 3 minutes per side; Medium Rare: 130-135°F, 4 minutes; Medium: 140-145°F, 5 minutes per side; Medium Well: 150-155°F, 6 minutes per side.Cut the ciabatta roll in half and place in the vertical toaster or flat top. Place the toasted sides of the roll up on the plate or packaging.Spread the basil pesto aioli on the toasted side of the top and bottom roll.Top the burger patty with the mozzarella cheese, then place under heat or cover with lid to melt the cheese.Place the cooked burger with cheese on the bottom roll.Top the burger with the giardiniera mix.Serve the burger open face or topped with the top bun.