Hamburguesa de Huitlacoche

Hamburguesa de Huitlacoche is a unique Mexican burger that features the earthy flavor of huitlacoche, a prized fungus known as corn truffle, beautifully combined with seasoned beef. This dish offers a deliciously rich and nutritious alternative to traditional burgers, perfect for those following a Paleo diet.

Ingredients

• Ground beef (grass-fed) - 300 grams
• Huitlacoche (canned or fresh) - 150 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Avocado - 1 medium, sliced
• Romaine lettuce leaves - 4 large (for wrapping)
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, huitlacoche, minced garlic, chopped red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
2. Form the mixture into two patties of equal size, about 1.5 cm thick.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the patties and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
4. While the patties are cooking, prepare the lettuce wrap by washing and drying the romaine leaves.
5. Once the burgers are cooked, remove them from the skillet and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
6. To assemble, place each patty on a large romaine lettuce leaf, top with sliced avocado, and if desired, add additional cilantro or lime juice.
7. Wrap the lettuce around the burger and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 32 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 85 mg
• Total Fat: 34 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in antioxidants and fiber from huitlacoche and avocado, promoting digestive health.

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