Green Curry Beef Burger

The Green Curry Beef Burger combines the bold flavors of Thai green curry with a juicy beef patty, offering a unique twist on the classic burger. Topped with fresh herbs and a zesty sauce, this dish is both satisfying and packed with protein.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 250 grams
• Green curry paste - 2 tablespoons
• Coconut milk - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Burger buns - 2
• Lettuce leaves - 2
• Sliced cucumber - 4 slices
• Sliced red onion - 4 rings
• Sriracha sauce - to taste

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, green curry paste, coconut milk, minced garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
2. Divide the beef mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties.
3. Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your desired doneness.
4. While the patties are cooking, prepare the burger buns by toasting them lightly on the grill or in a toaster.
5. Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by the cooked patty, sliced cucumber, and red onion.
6. Drizzle Sriracha sauce on top if desired, then cap with the top half of the bun.
7. Serve immediately with extra cilantro and lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 650 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High protein content from beef supports muscle growth and repair.
• Coconut milk offers healthy fats that can improve heart health.

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