Maple Salmon Burgers

Maple Syrup Sauce

• 1/3 cup fresh white cheese, such as Quark
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup (preferably amber syrup for its rich flavour)

Burgers

• 1 lb raw salmon meat, ground
• 1 tablespoon capers, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• garlic clove, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup (preferably amber syrup for its rich flavour)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
• 4 buns
• condiments of choice

1. Mix all sauce ingredients and let rest in an airy place while preparing the burgers.
2. Preheat the grill or oven to 210 °C (425 °F).
3. In a bowl, combine all the burger ingredients except for the buns and condiments. Divide the mixture into four and form patties.
4. Place patties on aluminium foil on the grill, or on parchment paper in the center of the oven, and cook for 6 to 10 minutes, turning over once.
5. Heat the buns; garnish the patties with the maple sauce and your favourite condiments.
6. * You can also cook the burgers in a small saucepan at medium high heat for 3 to 4 minutes on each side.