Yeast 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 burger that makes you forget you're skipping the bread entirely. 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. Swapping out a traditional bun is the key move here, since conventional burger buns rely on yeast for their rise, making them off-limits ā but crisp butter lettuce cups hold everything together beautifully and add a fresh, clean contrast to the rich beef. Creamy avocado, earthy roasted beet, and sharp red onion pile on top for toppings that feel genuinely satisfying rather than like a compromise. A two-ingredient dipping sauce made from coconut aminos and apple cider vinegar ties the whole thing together with a savory, slightly tangy finish. The cast iron sear is the real secret ā it builds that restaurant-quality crust without any fuss. Assemble right before serving and these disappear fast.
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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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