First, get the patties ready.
For the Beef: Add the ground beef, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to a big bowl with salt. Combine just until well blended.
Shape the patties: Make four equal parts of the beef mixture and form each into a patty, being sure to leave a little extra room between the bread pieces to accommodate any shrinkage that may occur during cooking.
Second Step: Make Onions Caramelized
To begin, finely slice the onions and place them in a pan. Melt the butter and cook for a few minutes over medium heat. After around fifteen to twenty minutes of cooking, stir periodically, the onions should be caramelized and golden brown. Put aside.
Third, use the air fryer to cook the patties.
Warm up: Five minutes at 375°F (190°C) will have your air fryer ready to go.
Prepare the patties for air frying by stacking them in the basket of an electric fryer. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C) after 8 to 10 minutes of cooking, turning once halfway through.
Fourth, Make the Secret Sauce.
Combine the Relish: Blend together the mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, sweet pickle relish, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Just mix everything together. Season according to your preference.
Fifth, Pile Up the Patty Melts.
Distribute Sauce: On one side of every piece of bread, generously spread the secret sauce.
Assemble by stacking four pieces of bread with two slices of cheese: one each of Swiss and cheddar. Before topping with caramelized onions, place a cooked burger over the cheese. Spread the sauce evenly over the top of the remaining bread pieces and stack them up to make sandwiches.
Sixth, Use the Air Fryer to Cook the Patties Melts.
Warm Up Once More: Get the oven preheated at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
Olive Oil Spray: Lightly coat the sandwiches with olive oil on both sides.
Air Fry: Arrange the sandwiches in the basket of the air fryer. Melt the cheese and brown the bread, which should take around four to five minutes on each side.
The seventh step is to serve by slicing the patty melts in half and serving them hot. After removing them from the air fryer, allow them to cool somewhat.
Advice for Making the Best Patty Melts Bread: Although rye bread is often used for patty melts, you are free to use whichever bread you choose.
Dish Type: Cheese You may customize the cheeses to your taste. You may change up the taste profile by adding pepper jack or provolone.
Key Ingredient: Adjustments and Supplements Prepare the sauce in advance and chill it to let the flavors combine.
For a savory burst, top with crispy bacon.
Hot Sauce Kick: To make the secret sauce even spicier, add a few dashes of hot sauce.
Vegan Choice: Make it vegetarian by using a plant-based patty instead of meat and cheese.
Concluding Comments
Comfort food at its finest: the air fryer patty melt with secret sauce. It’s simple to prepare and bursting with flavor. The secret sauce, caramelized onions, juicy patties, melting cheese, and crunchy bread come together to form an enticing sandwich. Have fun in the kitchen and savor this updated take on a traditional comfort dish!
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