Arthur Avenue Burger

Directions

1. 1
   To make the ketchup, heat the oil in a small nonreactive saucepan over medium heat.
2. 2
   Add the garlic and chile flakes and cook for 1 minute.
3. 3
   Add the ketchup and oregano and cook for 2 minutes.
4. 4
   Remove from the heat and stir in the vinegar and basil and season with salt and pepper.
5. 5
   Transfer to a bowl and let cool to room temperature or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day.
6. 6
   Bring to room temperature before serving.
7. 7
   To make the fricos, combine the cheese and flour in a bowl.
8. 8
   Heat an 8-inch nonstick pan over medium-high heat.
9. 9
   Add 3 tablespoons of the cheese mixture and cook until light brown on the bottom.
10. 10
    Turn over with a heat-proof silicone spatula and continue cooking for another 10 to 15 seconds.
11. 11
    Remove to a plate to cool.
12. 12
    Wipe out the pan with a paper towel and repeat to make 3 more fricos.
13. 13
    Divide the meat into 4 equal portions (about 6 ounces each).
14. 14
    Form each portion loosely into a 3/4-inch-thick burger and make a deep depression in the center with your thumb.
15. 15
    Season both sides of each burger with salt and pepper.
16. 16
    Cook the burgers, using the oil (see page 16).
17. 17
    Place the burgers on the bun bottoms.
18. 18
    Add some of the arugula to each burger, top with the fricos, and then add a dollop of the ketchup.
19. 19
    Top with the bun tops and serve immediately.