Soy Free Lettuce-Wrapped Beef Burger
Juicy, herb-packed beef patties wrapped in cool butter lettuce instead of a bun ā this is the kind of meal that feels indulgent while still being genuinely clean. The patties get serious depth from garlic, ginger, oregano, thyme, and a touch of turmeric, all seared in coconut oil until the crust is deeply browned and irresistible. Soy is one of those sneaky ingredients that shows up in condiments, sauces, and even some seasoning blends, but every component here is naturally free of it ā including the dipping sauce, which swaps traditional soy sauce for coconut aminos mixed with apple cider vinegar for a bright, savory finish. Creamy avocado, earthy roasted beet, and sharp red onion round out the toppings, turning each lettuce cup into something that looks as good as it tastes. Butter lettuce is the unsung hero of the whole build ā its wide, pliable leaves hold everything together without falling apart mid-bite. The dimple trick pressed into each patty before cooking is a small detail that makes a real difference, keeping the patties flat and evenly cooked all the way through. This one is easy enough for a weeknight but impressive enough to put in front of guests.
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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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