Gluten Free Coconut Aminos Bison Burger
Bison burgers already bring bold, beefy flavor to the table, and this version layers in coconut aminos, fresh ginger, garlic, and turmeric for a patty that tastes anything but plain. The coconut aminos pull double duty ā mixed right into the meat and drizzled on top at the end ā delivering that savory, slightly sweet depth you'd normally get from soy sauce, with zero gluten concerns. Skipping the bun entirely isn't a compromise here; crisp butter lettuce leaves wrap everything up in a way that actually lets the patty shine. Creamy avocado and cool cucumber slices round out each bite with texture and freshness that a standard bun could never compete with. Cooking in a cast iron skillet with coconut oil gives the outside a deep, caramelized crust while keeping the inside juicy ā the thumb-dimple trick and a proper rest make sure every patty stays perfectly shaped and tender. This is the kind of meal that feels indulgent on a weeknight but comes together with straightforward ingredients and no specialty swaps required.
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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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