Cheeseburger Sub

Recently, we came across this cheeseburger sub idea and tried it out for ourselves, and we were not disappointed. This cheeseburger sub is juicy, indulgent, and easy to make.

Sub Roll

Our ultimate sub uses a slightly toasted brioche roll to hold everything together. Of course, any sub roll will do, but we recommend trying out a brioche roll because it gives the sub a subtle sweetness that complements the meat’s saltiness and spicy sauce.

Burger meat

We cook the burger meat with a little bit of garlic powder, salt, and pepper (you can try out our Stone House Seasoning recipe if you find yourself reaching for these ingredients time and time again). We shape the meat into long patties and we try to crisp them in a cast-iron skillet by smashing the patties in the pan with a spatula to get them as thin as possible.

If you don’t have a skillet, that’s not a problem for this recipe, a non-stick frying pan will work just fine. If you do have a skillet, we recommend using it to crisp up the meat. Whichever method you go for, drain the meat of any excess liquid before adding it to the roll so as not to have a soggy sub!

Cheese

What’s a sub without cheese? For our sub, we add slices of cheddar and mozzarella or some American cheese once all our meat is cooked well. This gives the sub a little bit of tangy cheese with each bite. Of course, you can substitute cheddar or mozzarella for your cheese preferences. We also recommend Swiss cheese, Gouda, or Gruyère.

Special sauce

Our special sauce is a mix of mayonnaise, sriracha chili sauce and garlic powder - our perfect burger sauce. If you prefer a milder sauce, skip out on the sriracha sauce and mix your mayonnaise with garlic powder for a tasty sauce on your sub.

Sub with a twist

Are you feeling a little bit adventurous with your cheeseburger sub? We’ve been there…many times, and we have a few ideas on how to add a twist to your subs;

• Roasted red peppers: These offer a wonderfully sweet and smoky flavor, making them a superb addition for a touch of Mediterranean flair. They bring a delicious contrast to the savory elements of the sub.
• Blue cheese crumble: For a bold and tangy twist, blue cheese adds a unique sharpness, creating a contrast with the rich, savory meat of the burger.
• Grilled pineapple: Adding a slice of grilled pineapple introduces a tropical sweetness and slight acidity, perfectly balancing the savory aspects of the cheeseburger with its natural, juicy sweetness.
• Sun-dried tomatoes: These provide a more intense and concentrated tomato flavor than fresh tomatoes, along with a pleasing chewy texture and a hint of sweetness, bringing a unique twist to the sub.
• Arugula: Opting for arugula instead of traditional lettuce introduces a peppery, slightly bitter taste, which adds a layer of complexity and a fresh, leafy component to the sub.
• Caramelized onions with balsamic glaze: Add caramelized onions with a drizzle of balsamic glaze, making a rich, sweet, and tangy element and making the onions’ natural flavors pop.
• Fried egg: We always love to put an egg on it - topping the sub with a sunny-side-up egg with a runny yolk gives yet another texture that complements the burger beautifully.
• Kimchi: Incorporating kimchi brings a Korean twist with its spicy, tangy, and slightly sweet crunch, adding a spicy, delicious flavor profile to the sub.
• Smoked gouda or gruyère cheese: Switching to smoked Gouda or Gruyère introduces a deeper, smoky flavor and excellent melting qualities, adding a gourmet cheese experience to the sub.