In the latest episode of Vesillä TV we follow chef Henri Heinonen and presenter and artist Antti Ketonen as they whip up melt-in-your-mouth pike-perch burgers on the Blackstone griddle. Crispy fried pike-perch, fresh toppings and perfectly toasted buns – this is a burger you don't want to miss!
🍔 Ingredients (for 4 burgers):
- 4 buns
- 2–3 pike-perch fillets
- 1 cucumber
- A bunch of dill
- Rajamäki pickling liquid
- Mayonnaise
- Cucumber relish
- Parsley
- Coriander
- Lemon
- Perfectly ripe avocado
- Frisée lettuce
🔥 Method:
1️⃣ Pickle the cucumbers:
Slice the cucumber and chop the dill. Leave them to marinate in the pickling liquid.
2️⃣ Make the herb mayonnaise:
Chop the parsley and coriander and mix them into the mayonnaise. Add the cucumber relish and lemon juice, season with salt and pepper. Let it rest in the fridge.
3️⃣ Prepare the avocado:
Cut the avocado into thin slices.
4️⃣ Cook the pike-perch:
Grill the pike-perch fillets on the Blackstone griddle until golden brown and crispy.
5️⃣ Toast the buns:
Cut the buns in half and toast the cut sides on the grill until crispy.
6️⃣ Assemble the burgers:
Add frisée lettuce, avocado slices, crispy pike-perch and herb mayonnaise to the bun. Put the lid on and enjoy!
💡 This burger tastes especially good out on the water – but works just as well on the patio or at the cottage.
👉 Watch the recipe step by step in the video and pick up the best tips from a professional!