Tea Smoked Burger

The Tea Smoked Burger combines the savory flavors of grilled beef with the aromatic essence of tea smoke, creating a unique and delicious low-carb experience. Wrapped in crisp lettuce, this burger delivers a satisfying crunch while keeping carbohydrates in check.

Ingredients

• Ground beef (80% lean) - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 30 ml
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Ginger powder - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Green tea leaves - 2 tablespoons
• Jasmine rice (for smoking) - 2 tablespoons
• Lettuce leaves (large) - 4
• Sliced cucumber - 100 grams
• Sliced avocado - 100 grams
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine ground beef, soy sauce, garlic powder, ginger powder, and black pepper. Mix well and form into 2 patties.
2. Preheat a smoker or a stovetop smoking pan with a lid. Combine green tea leaves and jasmine rice in a small bowl.
3. Place the tea and rice mixture in the smoking pan and heat until it starts to smoke.
4. Once smoking, place the burger patties on a rack above the smoking mixture, cover the pan, and smoke for about 10-12 minutes for medium doneness.
5. While the burgers are smoking, prepare the lettuce wraps by washing and drying the lettuce leaves.
6. Remove the smoked burgers from the heat and let them rest for 5 minutes.
7. Assemble the burgers by placing the smoked patties in the lettuce leaves, topped with sliced cucumber and avocado. Drizzle with sesame oil before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from the beef, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a low-carb diet.

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