The Whisper Smokey Burger w/ Fries

Smoky, soulful burgers made with Ancestor’s Whisper our applewood-kissed smoked salt blend. Mix, shape four quarter-pound patties, and air-fry or bake. Stack with lettuce, tomato, and pickles, then toss hot fries in the same seasoning (or try Steak It, Baby or Table Talk).

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The Whisper Smokey Burger w/ Fries

Yield: 4 quarter-pound burgers

Prep: 15 min

• Cook: 12–20 min (method dependent)

• Total: ~30–35 min

Heat Level: Your call (Ancestor’s Whisper is smoky, not sweet)

Ingredients

Burger

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for juicy) or ground turkey (93% lean)

• 4 Tbsp Ancestor’s Whisper (Smoked Salt Blend)

• ½ cup diced onion (optional)

• ½ cup diced bell pepper ((optional, any color)

• ½ cup chopped mushrooms (optional if you fancy)

• 1–2 slices cheese per burger (optional)

• 4 burger buns (brioche or your fave)

• Lettuce, tomato slices, pickles for stacking

• Oil spray (for air fryer or sheet pan)

Fries

• 1 lb hand-cut potatoes or 1 lb frozen fries (everybody ain't got time to cut)

• 1–2 tsp Ancestor’s Whisper or you can mix it up and use Steak It Baby or Table Talk for a different vibe.

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Please note: Our blends are salty by design; 4 Tbsp per lb is that bold, pit-smoked flavor you asked for. If you want a milder flavor we suggest using 2–3 Tbsp per lb.

Directions

Mix

1. In a bowl, combine ground meat, Ancestor’s Whisper, onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms.

2. Mix gently with your hands or a fork just until combined, don’t overwork it.

   
   

Shape

1. Divide into 4 equal portions (about 4 oz each).

2. Lightly flatten to ¾–1 inch thick patties. Press a small thumb dent in the center to prevent puffing.

Cook (choose a method)

Air Fryer:

1. Preheat to 375°F. Lightly oil the basket.

2. Air-fry patties 6–8 min per side (beef to your liking; turkey until done). Add cheese in last 1 min to melt.

Oven (Bake/Broil combo):

1. Preheat to 425°F. Place patties on an oiled rack over a sheet pan.

2. Bake 10–12 min, then broil 1–2 min for char. Add cheese at the end to melt.

   
   

Skillet/Griddle:

1. Medium-high heat with a light oil film

2. Cook 4–5 minutes each side.

   
   

   Food safety: Cook beef burgers to 160°F (USDA) for well-done. Turkey to 165°F. Pink is a personal choice for BEEF ONLY.

Build

1. Toast buns if you like.

2. Stack lettuce, tomato, pickles, then your patty.

3. Crown it and let the ancestors say “that’s enough, child.”

Dinner Done

Ancestors Approved

ENJOY

Tips from the Kitchen

• Juicy insurance: Add 1 Tbsp miracle whip per lb to turkey mix if you want extra moisture.

• Veg finesse: Finely dice peppers/onions so patties hold together; sauté mushrooms first if very watery.

• Make-ahead: Form patties up to 24 hrs ahead; cover and chill.

• Freezer: Wrap raw patties individually; freeze up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before cooking.