Hamburguesa Española

The Hamburguesa Española is a delicious low-carb Spanish burger that combines the rich flavors of chorizo and manchego cheese, served in a fresh lettuce wrap. This dish offers a satisfying and flavorful alternative to traditional burgers, perfect for those watching their carbohydrate intake.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 250 grams
• Chorizo sausage - 100 grams, casings removed
• Manchego cheese - 50 grams, grated
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Romaine lettuce - 4 large leaves
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Avocado - 1 medium, sliced
• Red onion - 1/2 medium, thinly sliced

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chorizo, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
2. Divide the mixture into two equal patties.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired doneness.
4. During the last minute of cooking, sprinkle the grated manchego cheese on top of the patties to melt.
5. While the burgers are cooking, prepare the lettuce wraps by rinsing the romaine leaves and patting them dry.
6. Once the patties are cooked, assemble the burgers by placing each patty in a lettuce wrap. Top with slices of tomato, avocado, and red onion.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your low-carb Hamburguesa Española!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle maintenance and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from avocado and olive oil, promoting heart health.

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