Why do they put mustard on hamburgers outside of NY?

Answer 1

New Yorkers don't put mustard on hamburgers? Who knew?We put it on there because it tastes good.
In my homestate of WV, we don't put kraut and relish on hot dogs, either. Instead, we put coleslaw. You should try it some time; it's delicious.

Answer 2

I think it depends on regional tastes. Hamburgers in Texas are different from NY which are different from California.

I like mustard on hamburgers, especially on grilled burgers that have the traditional condiments (American cheesen, ketchup, lettuce, tomato, and pickle). I don't like mustard on hamburgers with really a strong flavored cheese, like blue cheese. The tastes become too over powering. I rarely like a lot of mustard on my burger unless I'm going for a mouth-puckering flavor, which is rare.

Answer 3

Not all fast food places put mustard on their hamburgers outside of NY. It started out with McDonalds and their "Secret Sauce", which was made with catsup, mayonaise and mustard. It is now a mixture of all three in most area's of the U.S.

Answer 4

Um, I live in New England and have never heard of New Yorkers not getting mustard on their burgers....heck, that would be like not having vinegar with your fries! I hear some folks actually use ketchup instead!

Answer 5

I dont know about every one else but I put it on mine because I like the taste. I put it on corndogs, bologna sandwiches, hot dogs, etc. I didnt know NY didnt use mustard.

Answer 6

I really don't know, but I don't like mustard on my burgers anyway.

Answer 7

Because the rest of the world knows a good condiment when they see it!!!

Answer 8

because mustard is good

Answer 9

Now I know why I never leave New York!!!

Answer 10

Because we have better taste