Teo Paul's Union Burger Recipe

Teo Paul reveals his iconic Toronto burger recipe with double-smoked bacon and galangal glaze.

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Oct 20, 2026

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Teo Paul's Union Burger Recipe

Teo Paul reveals his iconic Toronto burger recipe with double-smoked bacon and galangal glaze.

In brief

Teo Paul reveals his iconic Toronto burger recipe with double-smoked bacon and galangal glaze. Teo Paul shares his Union Burger recipe using fatty ground beef, double-smoked bacon, and galangal glaze for a medium-rare Toronto classic. Originally reported by House & Home.

Union Burger Recipe

Teo Paul shares his iconic Toronto burger recipe with double-smoked bacon and galangal glaze.

“The burger at Union came together organically”

Key Ingredients

Thick, juicy medium-rare patty with fresh ground beef, Dijon, soy sauce, maple syrup, Swiss cheese, double-smoked bacon, and pickles.

Teo's Story

Teo's Story

Teo developed the mix in Paris while brainstorming with a friend who wanted to open a burger spot.

Butcher Tip

Teo recommends buying medium-grind ground beef from your local butcher for a more flavourful burger.

Spicy Mayo Recipe

Mix egg yolks, vinegar, sambal oelek, canola oil, mirin, and salt for a spicy mayo that stores up to 2 weeks.

Galangal Glaze

Galangal Glaze

Combine sugar, water, galangal, mirin, and soy sauce for a glaze that stores up to 4 weeks.

Habanero Sauce

Blend habaneros, garlic, salt, vinegar, and lemon juice for a sauce that stores up to 1 month.

The bottom line

Teo Paul shares his Union Burger recipe using fatty ground beef, double-smoked bacon, and galangal glaze for a medium-rare Toronto classic.

Read the original on House & Home

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