Cinnamon Free Lettuce-Wrapped Beef Burger
Juicy, deeply seasoned beef patties wrapped in cool, crisp butter lettuce ā this is the kind of burger that makes you forget you ever needed a bun. The patties get their bold flavor from garlic, ginger, oregano, thyme, and turmeric, all of which are naturally free from cinnamon and any of the sneaky spice blends that often sneak it in. Cooking them in a cast iron skillet with coconut oil builds a serious crust without relying on any pre-mixed seasonings or sauces that could hide unwanted ingredients. The toppings do a lot of heavy lifting here ā creamy avocado, earthy beet slices, and sharp red onion all pile into a butter lettuce cup for a combination that's colorful and genuinely satisfying. A quick dipping sauce made from coconut aminos and apple cider vinegar ties everything together with a tangy, umami-rich finish. Assembly is fast and fun, and the whole thing comes together in one skillet with minimal cleanup. Whether you're navigating a spice sensitivity or just want a cleaner, fresher take on burger night, this one delivers without compromise.
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4 servings
For the patties
- 1 Ā½ lb ground beef (80/20)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Ā½ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
For serving
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- 1 medium beet, cooked and sliced
- Ā½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- fresh parsley or cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, minced garlic, grated ginger, dried oregano, dried thyme, ground turmeric, and salt. Mix with your hands until the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the meat, being careful not to overwork the mixture.
- 2
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4 inch thick. Press a shallow dimple into the center of each patty with your thumb to help them cook evenly without puffing up.
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