Why are hamburgers called hamburgers when they are made from beef and not ham?

Jack4054 · M

They come from the town of Hamburg.

SW-User

Because the sandwich was invented in Hamburg Germany. It was actually a mistake.

Chevy454 · 46-50, M

They originated in Hamburg Germany.

vetguy1991 · 51-55, M

Hamburger steak probably started in Hamburg Germany

BearDownChicago · 41-45, M

Cause they were supposedly invented in Hamburg germany

They are from a place called taco

Newfound · 41-45, M

I’ve wondered the same thing

Redstar · 36-40, M

@luvbug Because it has ham in it. It's like a cheeseburger. You wouldn't ask "why is there beef in this cheeseburger?".

Adamski24 · 41-45, M

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