Artificial Flavors Free Coconut Aminos Bison Burger
Bison burgers are already a step above the ordinary, and this version layers in garlic, fresh ginger, turmeric, and coconut aminos for a deeply savory, slightly earthy flavor that feels anything but basic. Coconut aminos does a lot of heavy lifting here ā it adds that rich, umami-forward depth you'd normally get from soy sauce, but without the synthetic additives or flavor enhancers that sneak into so many bottled condiments. Every ingredient in this recipe is whole and recognizable, which makes it a genuinely clean cook from start to finish. The patties get a quick chill before hitting a screaming-hot cast iron skillet, giving you that gorgeous deep-brown crust while keeping the inside juicy and tender. Butter lettuce wraps stand in for buns, keeping things light and crisp, while avocado and thin cucumber slices add cool, creamy contrast to the warm, spiced meat. A final drizzle of coconut aminos ties it all together with a little extra punch. It's the kind of burger that feels indulgent but is built entirely on ingredients you can actually trust.
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4 servings
For the patties
- 1 Ā½ lb ground bison
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- Ā½ tsp turmeric
- Ā½ 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
- Ā½ 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 ā 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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