10 fun facts about hamburgers you didn’t know

The hamburger is one of those dishes that we all love, as they have a perfect combination thanks to the meat, bread, tomato, lettuce, pickles, and condiments. We love them so much that we researched the history of the hamburger and we share with you 10 curious facts that you probably didn't know.  In addition to sharing very interesting information, remember that at Kiwilimon you will also find the best recipes for hamburgers as well as recipes for French fries and refreshing drinks to accompany this dish. Enjoy your meal!  You can also read: 10 delicious hamburgers you must try10 curious facts about hamburgers If you love hamburgers, then you must know these 10 curious facts about this iconic dish, you will be amazed!  1. Where do hamburgers come from? According to the Encyclopedia Britannica, the exact origin of the hamburger is not known, but it is believed that the meat and bread may have been brought to the United States by a group of German immigrants in the 19th century.  2. More rumors about its creation There is a very popular urban legend in the United States, which says that the hamburger was invented in 1900 when a person entered a restaurant and asked for something to go. The owner prepared a sandwich with meat and thus the hamburger was born. However, the Washington Post states that there is no evidence that this story is true.  3. It has its origin in ancient Rome In the United States, there is a whole dispute over the creation of the hamburger, but it turns out that this type of dish originated in ancient Rome. According to the Washington Post, there is a cookbook that contains a recipe very similar to the hamburger, created by Marcus Gavius Apicius. 4. The most famous hamburgers According to the portal Food & Wine, the McDonald brothers stopped making BBQ and started selling hamburgers in 1948. Years later, this business would become one of the most famous in the world.  5. Another competitor is born In 1954, entrepreneurs David Edgerton and James McLamore bought a business called Insta-Burger King. Since then, it has become one of McDonald's main competitors.  See more: How to make meat for hamburgers?6. The hamburger arrives in Mexico According to information published by Didi, the hamburger arrived in Aztec lands in the 20th century, as many large hotels began serving them. However, this dish did not gain popularity until the 1970s.  7. The most expensive hamburger in the world The most expensive hamburger in the world can be enjoyed at the De Daltons restaurant located in the Netherlands. What makes it special? It is made with wagyu, truffle, Iberian ham, caviar, bread with a touch of saffron, and edible gold leaves.  8. It is a versatile dish The good thing about hamburgers is that they are one of the most versatile dishes there are, as they can be adapted to each region. For example, you can enjoy chicken and vegetarian hamburgers. In Mexico, hamburgers can be eaten with ham, bacon, Oaxaca cheese, pineapple, fried chilies, and more.  9. The Guinness record Donald Gorske is the person who has consumed the most hamburgers in the world. He obtained the Guinness record after eating 32,340 hamburgers over several years.  10. The largest hamburger in the world According to the Guinness World Records, the largest hamburger in the world was prepared in Germany on July 9, 2017. It weighed 1,164.2 kg! Now that you know more about the fascinating history of the hamburger, a dish that we all love, don't forget to prepare the recipes that Kiwilimon has for you. We have hamburgers for every taste!  *Cover photo: Oleksandr P/Pexels Continue reading:CheeseburgerCheeseburger wrapped in baconBurger without bread