Sweet and Sour Burger

The Sweet and Sour Burger combines the savory flavors of a classic burger with a tangy sweet and sour sauce, all while keeping it low carb. Served on a crisp lettuce wrap, this dish offers a delightful twist on traditional burgers.

Ingredients

• Ground beef (80% lean) - 300g
• Garlic powder - 1 tsp
• Onion powder - 1 tsp
• Salt - 1/2 tsp
• Black pepper - 1/2 tsp
• Coconut aminos - 2 tbsp
• Rice vinegar - 1 tbsp
• Swerve sweetener - 1 tbsp
• Ginger (fresh, grated) - 1 tsp
• Lettuce leaves (for wrapping) - 4 large
• Cucumber (thinly sliced) - 1/2 medium
• Fresh cilantro (for garnish) - a handful
• Sesame oil - 1 tsp

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined and form into 2 burger patties.
2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the sesame oil. Once hot, add the burger patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they reach your desired doneness.
3. While the burgers are cooking, prepare the sweet and sour sauce by combining coconut aminos, rice vinegar, Swerve sweetener, and grated ginger in a small bowl. Mix well until the sweetener is dissolved.
4. Once the burgers are cooked, remove them from the skillet and drizzle the sweet and sour sauce over each patty, allowing it to soak in for a minute.
5. To assemble, take a lettuce leaf and place a burger patty inside. Top with cucumber slices and garnish with fresh cilantro.
6. Wrap the lettuce around the burger and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 9 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.

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