Burguer de Almejas

Burguer de Almejas is a unique Spanish seafood burger that combines the delicate flavor of clams with a crispy almond crust, perfect for a keto diet. This dish offers a delightful seafood twist on the traditional burger, making it both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Fresh clams - 200 grams
• Almond flour - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lettuce leaves - 4 for serving
• Sliced avocado - 1/2 for serving
• Lemon wedges - 2 for garnish

Steps

1. Clean the clams thoroughly under cold water, ensuring to remove any sand or debris.
2. In a food processor, combine the cleaned clams, almond flour, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until the mixture is well blended but still has some texture.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
4. Form the clam mixture into two patties and carefully place them in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
5. While the patties are cooking, prepare the serving plates with lettuce leaves and sliced avocado.
6. Once the patties are cooked, remove them from the skillet and place them on the lettuce leaves. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 180 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids which support heart health.
• High in protein and low in carbohydrates, making it ideal for a keto diet.

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