Keto Dan Dan Burger
The Keto Dan Dan Burger combines the bold flavors of traditional Chinese Dan Dan noodles with a juicy burger patty, all while keeping it low-carb for a satisfying meal. Served with a spicy sesame sauce and fresh garnishes, this dish is a unique twist on the classic burger experience.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Chinese
450 kcal
Ingredients
- Ground beef - 400 grams
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
- Cayenne pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Romaine lettuce leaves - 4 large
- Green onions - 2, chopped
- Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Peanut butter - 1 tablespoon (optional for sauce)
- Chili oil - 1 tablespoon
- Rice vinegar - 1 teaspoon
- Water - 2 tablespoons
Steps
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated.
- Divide the mixture into 2 equal portions and shape them into burger patties.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness.
- While the burgers are cooking, prepare the sauce by mixing peanut butter (if using), chili oil, rice vinegar, and water in a small bowl until smooth.
- Once the burgers are cooked, remove them from the skillet and let them rest for a minute.
- To assemble, place each patty in a large romaine lettuce leaf. Drizzle with the prepared sauce and top with chopped green onions and cilantro.
- Wrap the lettuce around the burger patty and enjoy your Keto Dan Dan Burger!
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 34 g
- Carbs: 6 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
- Total Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle maintenance and growth.
- Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
Tags
ChineseKetoBurger