MSG Free Ginger-Scallion Mini Burger Lettuce Cups
These little lettuce cups pack a serious punch of flavor — ginger, garlic, scallion, and a touch of turmeric all folded right into the beef so every bite is fragrant and satisfying. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce throughout both the patties and the dipping sauce, delivering that savory, umami-rich depth without any added glutamates. That swap matters more than it might seem, because conventional soy sauce and many bottled condiments are common hidden sources of monosodium glutamate, making homemade the smarter move. The quick pan-sear in coconut oil gets the patties deeply browned and juicy, while the bright apple cider vinegar and honey dipping sauce cuts right through the richness. Crisp butter lettuce leaves keep things light and fresh, and the julienned carrot and scallion greens on top add color and a little crunch that makes the whole platter look as good as it tastes. Everything comes together from a short, clean ingredient list with no seasoning packets, no premixed spice blends, and no store-bought sauces to second-guess. Whether you're cooking for a crowd or just want a fun weeknight dinner, these mini burgers are the kind of recipe you'll come back to again and again.
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4 servings
For the patties
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
For the dipping sauce
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp honey
For serving
- 12 butter lettuce leaves, separated and rinsed
- 1 medium carrot, julienned or shredded
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the dipping sauce ingredients: 2 tbsp coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp grated ginger, and honey until the honey dissolves. Set aside.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, white parts of the scallions, 1 tbsp grated ginger, garlic, 2 tbsp coconut aminos, turmeric, and salt. Mix with your hands until just combined — do not overwork the meat.
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