YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Charred Beef & Smoky Eggplant Burgers
Pan-seared lean beef patties infused with smoky roasted eggplant and aromatic spices, served in crisp lettuce cups for a juicy and satisfying bite.
INGREDIENTS
8 oz ground beef (93% lean)
1 cup eggplant
1 tsp olive oil
0.25 tsp smoked paprika
0.25 tsp garlic powder
0.25 tsp sea salt
0.25 tsp black pepper
2 large butter lettuce leaves
2 slices tomato
2 slices red onion
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
Dice the eggplant into small cubes and toss with olive oil and smoked paprika on the prepared sheet.
Roast the eggplant for 15-20 minutes until tender and slightly charred, then let it cool slightly.
In a medium bowl, gently combine the lean ground beef with the roasted eggplant cubes, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
Form the mixture into two equal-sized thick patties, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and sear the patties for 4-5 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches your desired level of doneness.
Place each patty into a large butter lettuce leaf and top with fresh tomato and red onion slices before serving.