Mushroom Free Lettuce-Wrapped Beef Burger
Juicy, well-seasoned beef patties wrapped in cool butter lettuce leaves make for a handheld meal that feels both indulgent and surprisingly fresh. The patties get their depth from a bold blend of garlic, ginger, oregano, thyme, and a touch of turmeric, all cooked in coconut oil until deeply browned in a cast iron skillet. Creamy avocado, earthy roasted beet, and sharp red onion pile on top for a combination of textures that genuinely rivals anything you'd get from a restaurant. A quick two-ingredient dipping sauce made from coconut aminos and apple cider vinegar ties everything together with a savory, slightly tangy finish. For anyone navigating a mushroom-free lifestyle, this recipe is completely clean ā every ingredient is straightforward, with no hidden fungi lurking in sauces, seasonings, or fillers. The lettuce wrap keeps things light without sacrificing satisfaction, and the whole assembly comes together fast once the patties are off the skillet. It's the kind of weeknight dinner that looks impressive but asks very little of you.
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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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