MSG Seasoned Ground Chuck Cheeseburgers

Midnight Smoke · 01-15-2013, 09:48 PM

Got my order today for the MSG, picked up the delivery box and it was pretty heavy, 2 lbs is going to be a lot to go through.

Had the butcher grind me up a couple Chuck Roasts, saved one for later. Formed the Patties and seasoned with only the MSG.

Did up a couple Green Chili's as usual for my wife.

Double American cheese on all

Went pretty lite on the seasoning, 1/2 Tsp per lb, this was 3 lbs of meat. Think I will bump it up a bit next time. I could really start to taste the flavor pop, can't wait to try it on some Chuck Eye Steaks.

Guess it is a good thing I ordered extra, this will let me really do some experimentation with many different cooks.

Corky · 01-16-2013, 01:54 AM

Yum! Makes me want a nice burger.

Garyclaw · 01-16-2013, 07:40 AM

You Rebel!!!

Tasty looking burgers Terry. Know what I'm havin for dinner tonight now

Johnny_Crunch · 01-16-2013, 07:46 AM

Quite the outlaw, I love it!

bigabyte · 01-16-2013, 08:03 AM

Nice!

Those look delicious!

You might try intermingling more umami flavors as opposed to just adding more MSG. The powdered pure MSG can givea metallic taste if overused. This is why I like to use it as an added boost to existing umami as opposed to being the driver. For example, simply adding another umami flavor to the mix can multiply the flavor explosion. You could either mix in or sprinkle on a little Wooster for example. Or you could go for a cheese with a stronger umami flavor, a little bit of a sharp cheddar might be nice, jsut a few sprinkles underneath the American slices perhaps, or sub the American for cheddar entirely if you think you would prefer it that way. Maybe some grilled mushrooms even? You can add a little soy to the mushrooms as they are cooking and you are tripling the umami in that event.

Just food for thought.

daninnewjersey · 01-16-2013, 08:15 AM

Total rookie thing to ask but....what's the MSG for?

pike51 · 01-16-2013, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by daninnewjersey

Total rookie thing to ask but....what's the MSG for?

Actually, I was going to ask why would you add MSG? That's the stuff that causes headaches in chinese food. So, color me confused as well.

bigabyte · 01-16-2013, 08:39 AM

Google "umami".

Then consider granulated sugar (or even HFCS) equals sweet in a similar fashion to MSG equals umami. Granulated sugar(and HFCS) is also villified as an unhealthy substance leading to all sorts of health related issues, and we have even seen some bans or restrictions in some places, haven't we?

This concludes todays lesson on MSG and umami.

BGEMike · 01-16-2013, 08:47 AM

Umami burger I like!

jacob · 01-16-2013, 09:06 AM

MSG is a brain tease, it has a way of making your brain think that what it is used on is the best thing you have ever ate. I Love it.

colonel00 · 01-16-2013, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by bigabyte

Nice!

Those look delicious!

You might try intermingling more umami flavors as opposed to just adding more MSG. The powdered pure MSG can givea metallic taste if overused. This is why I like to use it as an added boost to existing umami as opposed to being the driver. For example, simply adding another umami flavor to the mix can multiply the flavor explosion. You could either mix in or sprinkle on a little Wooster for example. Or you could go for a cheese with a stronger umami flavor, a little bit of a sharp cheddar might be nice, jsut a few sprinkles underneath the American slices perhaps, or sub the American for cheddar entirely if you think you would prefer it that way. Maybe some grilled mushrooms even? You can add a little soy to the mushrooms as they are cooking and you are tripling the umami in that event.

Just food for thought.

Hmm, surprised you didn't suggest adding some peanut butter and anchovies

Midnight Smoke · 01-16-2013, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by bigabyte

Nice!

Those look delicious!

You might try intermingling more umami flavors as opposed to just adding more MSG. The powdered pure MSG can givea metallic taste if overused. This is why I like to use it as an added boost to existing umami as opposed to being the driver. For example, simply adding another umami flavor to the mix can multiply the flavor explosion. You could either mix in or sprinkle on a little Wooster for example. Or you could go for a cheese with a stronger umami flavor, a little bit of a sharp cheddar might be nice, jsut a few sprinkles underneath the American slices perhaps, or sub the American for cheddar entirely if you think you would prefer it that way. Maybe some grilled mushrooms even? You can add a little soy to the mushrooms as they are cooking and you are tripling the umami in that event.

Just food for thought.

Thanks Chris, very good info, I will be trying a lot of new flavor profiles now. I appreciate your input!!!

MisterChrister · 01-16-2013, 09:35 AM

I could eat a burger like that once a day. I think they should be their own food group. Yours look great, now my PBJ ain't gonna cut it for lunch!

bigabyte · 01-16-2013, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by colonel00

Hmm, surprised you didn't suggest adding some peanut butter and anchovies

I never found the idea of "goober burgers" very appealing, but I may have to rethink that.

PatAttack · 01-16-2013, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by bigabyte

I never found the idea of "goober burgers" very appealing, but I may have to rethink that.

As long as you're making yours with a doughnut for the bun!!

01-15-2013, 09:48 PM	#1
Midnight Smoke somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 01-24-08 Location: Southern Arizona Desert Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	MSG Seasoned Ground Chuck Cheeseburgers Got my order today for the MSG, picked up the delivery box and it was pretty heavy, 2 lbs is going to be a lot to go through. Had the butcher grind me up a couple Chuck Roasts, saved one for later. Formed the Patties and seasoned with only the MSG. Did up a couple Green Chili's as usual for my wife. Double American cheese on all Went pretty lite on the seasoning, 1/2 Tsp per lb, this was 3 lbs of meat. Think I will bump it up a bit next time. I could really start to taste the flavor pop, can't wait to try it on some Chuck Eye Steaks. Guess it is a good thing I ordered extra, this will let me really do some experimentation with many different cooks. __________________ ************************ * Terry ~ aka Pork Smoker * XL-BGE Hatched 06/20/2008 09:42 pm ** * Couple Weber Kettles, CharGriller, UDS * * Ultra Fast Red Thermapen * Projects Kamado Restoration Bandera Restoration

01-16-2013, 01:54 AM	#2
Corky is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 06-21-11 Location: Liberty Lake, WA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Yum! Makes me want a nice burger. __________________ 18.5 WSM Smokey Joe Platinum Weber Genesis Silver B Blue Weber Performer Blue Thermapen (Fastest in the West!)

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Garyclaw Babbling Farker Join Date: 08-05-09 Location: NE OH-IO Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	You Rebel!!! Tasty looking burgers Terry. Know what I'm havin for dinner tonight now __________________ Gary ____________________________________ Big BarBChef built in to the Outdoor Kitchen, Weber kettle, 1 UDS, Little Chief Electric, 2 Propane Fish Cookers/Turkey Fryers, a swinging grate over my Fire pit, Big Pig Cooker "Nice talkin' to ya"

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01-16-2013, 08:03 AM	#5
bigabyte somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 05-10-06 Location: Overland Fark, KS Downloads: 1 Uploads: 1	Nice! Those look delicious! You might try intermingling more umami flavors as opposed to just adding more MSG. The powdered pure MSG can givea metallic taste if overused. This is why I like to use it as an added boost to existing umami as opposed to being the driver. For example, simply adding another umami flavor to the mix can multiply the flavor explosion. You could either mix in or sprinkle on a little Wooster for example. Or you could go for a cheese with a stronger umami flavor, a little bit of a sharp cheddar might be nice, jsut a few sprinkles underneath the American slices perhaps, or sub the American for cheddar entirely if you think you would prefer it that way. Maybe some grilled mushrooms even? You can add a little soy to the mushrooms as they are cooking and you are tripling the umami in that event. Just food for thought. __________________ Chris Baker For great food and and an even better time join the BBQ Brethren Throwdowns *First ever recipient of the Silverfinger Award!* Yes, I own a whole bunch of BBQ crap also. *Certified MOINK Baller & IMBAS Certified MOINK Ball Judge #0003 - Get your MOINK Certification today!* The Secret Squirrel Society doesn't exist - Zero Club member

01-16-2013, 08:15 AM	#6
daninnewjersey is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 01-01-11 Location: Southern NJ Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Total rookie thing to ask but....what's the MSG for? __________________ Proud owner of 4 VERY ugly drum smokers....

01-16-2013, 08:39 AM	#8
bigabyte somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 05-10-06 Location: Overland Fark, KS Downloads: 1 Uploads: 1	Google "umami". Then consider granulated sugar (or even HFCS) equals sweet in a similar fashion to MSG equals umami. Granulated sugar(and HFCS) is also villified as an unhealthy substance leading to all sorts of health related issues, and we have even seen some bans or restrictions in some places, haven't we? This concludes todays lesson on MSG and umami. __________________ Chris Baker For great food and and an even better time join the BBQ Brethren Throwdowns *First ever recipient of the Silverfinger Award!* Yes, I own a whole bunch of BBQ crap also. *Certified MOINK Baller & IMBAS Certified MOINK Ball Judge #0003 - Get your MOINK Certification today!* The Secret Squirrel Society doesn't exist - Zero Club member

01-16-2013, 08:47 AM	#9
BGEMike Got Wood. Join Date: 09-12-11 Location: Brandon MS Downloads: 3 Uploads: 0	Umami burger I like!

01-16-2013, 09:06 AM	#10
jacob Babbling Farker Join Date: 12-30-06 Location: North Georgia Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	MSG is a brain tease, it has a way of making your brain think that what it is used on is the best thing you have ever ate. I Love it. __________________ Weber One Touch Gold Smokers- Back In Stock Napoleon Apollo Smoker Courtesy of *Ray Lampe*

01-16-2013, 09:35 AM	#13
MisterChrister is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 04-28-12 Location: Richland Center, WI Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I could eat a burger like that once a day. I think they should be their own food group. Yours look great, now my PBJ ain't gonna cut it for lunch! __________________ Kettleheads Anonymous Platinum Member