Citric Acid Free Lettuce-Wrapped Beef Burger
Juicy, herb-packed beef patties wrapped in cool butter lettuce leaves make for a seriously satisfying meal that feels indulgent without any of the usual ingredient concerns. The seasoning blend of garlic, ginger, oregano, thyme, and turmeric gives the meat incredible depth, and cooking them in a cast iron skillet with coconut oil builds a deeply browned crust that locks in all that flavor. Citric acid hides in more condiments and packaged sauces than most people realize, so swapping in coconut aminos and apple cider vinegar for the dipping sauce is a smart move that keeps everything clean and bright-tasting. Creamy avocado, earthy cooked beet, and sharp red onion round out each lettuce cup with color and texture that make these feel like a restaurant-worthy plate. The butter lettuce acts as a naturally sturdy wrap, so nothing feels like a compromise ā it's genuinely the best vessel for holding all those toppings together. Whether you're navigating a sensitivity or just trying to eat with more intention, this one delivers big flavor with a short, trustworthy ingredient list.
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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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