Name: The Bravo Burger: Iconic $46-Style Burger, Gluten-Free Edition
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend); 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 4 gluten-free burger buns; 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese (or dairy-free if needed); 1 ripe heirloom tomato, thickly sliced; 4 leaves butter lettuce; 1 small red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup pickles, sliced; 1 ripe avocado, sliced; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1 tbsp Dijon mustard; 1 tbsp ketchup; 2 tsp gluten-free Worcestershire sauce; 1 tbsp unsalted butter (for toasting buns); 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking patties)

The Bravo Burger: Iconic $46-Style Burger, Gluten-Free Edition

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Inspired by the irreverent energy of the Las Culturistas Culture Awards, this burger is a playful nod to those legendary $46 burgers that captivate foodies and pop-culture obsessives alike. It’s unapologetically over-the-top, loaded with craveable toppings like heirloom tomato, avocado, and a tangy special sauce, all nestled in a toasted gluten-free bun. The beef is seasoned simply and cooked for maximum juiciness—because sometimes, the hype is real. Eat it like you’re accepting an award for Best Beef (and don’t forget your acceptance speech).

Ingredients

Instructions

In a large bowl, gently mix the ground beef with salt and pepper. Form into 4 loose balls, then flatten into patties about 3/4-inch thick. Let rest at room temperature while you prep toppings.
Mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl to make the special burger sauce. Set aside.
Prep toppings: slice tomato, onion, avocado, and pickles. Wash and dry lettuce leaves.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil. When shimmering, add patties. Sear 3-4 minutes, flip, top with cheese, and cook another 2-3 minutes for medium (or to desired doneness). Cover pan briefly to melt cheese.
While burgers cook, melt butter in a separate skillet over medium heat. Split gluten-free buns and toast cut sides down until golden, about 2 minutes.
To build each burger: Spread special sauce on both bun halves. Layer lettuce, tomato, burger patty, onion, pickles, and avocado. Cap with top bun.
Serve immediately with extra sauce and napkins—channel your inner awards show winner as you savor each absurdly iconic bite.