AIP Friendly Coconut Aminos Bison Burger
Burger night doesn't have to feel like a compromise, and these bison patties prove it in the most satisfying way. Ground bison is naturally lean and rich-tasting, and when you work in coconut aminos, fresh ginger, turmeric, and minced garlic, the result is a deeply savory patty with real depth — no nightshades, no grains, no shortcuts. Coconut aminos do the heavy lifting that soy sauce would normally handle, delivering that umami punch while keeping everything on protocol. The patties get seared hard in coconut oil until they develop a serious crust, then they rest just long enough to stay juicy all the way through. Crisp butter lettuce stands in for a bun beautifully — it's sturdy enough to hold everything together and cool enough to contrast the warm, spiced meat. Creamy avocado and thin cucumber slices round out each wrap with freshness and a little crunch. This one makes four servings, so it's just as good for a weeknight family dinner as it is for meal-prepping lunches you'll actually look forward to.
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4 servings
For the patties
- 1 ½ lb ground bison
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
For cooking
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
For serving
- 8 large butter lettuce leaves
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ english cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground bison, 2 tbsp coconut aminos, garlic, ginger, turmeric, salt, and parsley. Mix gently with your hands until just combined — do not overwork the meat. Divide into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4 inch thick, pressing a shallow dimple into the center of each with your thumb to prevent puffing during cooking. Refrigerate the patties for 15 minutes.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a large (12-inch) cast iron skillet or heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and just beginning to smoke.
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